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Fragments of an unidentified drone were found on a beach in Olimp, following similar discoveries in Constanța, with investigators currently determining their origin.
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Fragments of an unidentified drone were found on a beach in Olimp, following similar discoveries in Constanța, with investigators currently determining their origin.

Four individuals, including two police officers, were injured in a car accident in Pecineaga, Constanța county, Romania, after a pursuit involving officers chasing a driver who was driving erratically.

A 14-year-old boy was apprehended by gendarmes while attempting to enter the Medgidia Courthouse in Constanța County, Romania, with a knife and two liters of gasoline hidden under his shirt, claiming they were for self-defense.

A wing believed to be from a drone was recovered on Sunday from the Black Sea, near the Neptun Alpha platform, located 83 nautical miles from Constanța.

A serious road accident involving two cars and seven people occurred in Constanța county, Romania, resulting in five people being transported to the hospital, with a SMURD helicopter also dispatched.

Interim Defense Minister Radu Miruță stated that communication between Romanian and Ukrainian military officials has become 'faster' and 'almost in real-time' following a Ukrainian drone explosion in Constanța Port in June.

A significant naval exercise took place in Constanța to mark Romanian Navy Day.

Nine individuals, seven men and two women aged between 16 and 43, have been detained in Constanța, Romania, in connection with 26 fraud and attempted fraud offenses using the 'Accident' method, with damages totaling 500,000 lei (approximately €100,000).

Ukraine is working to re-establish a vital grain corridor that would transport its agricultural products through Moldova to Romania's Constanța port.

Ukraine and Moldova are considering a new rail corridor through Moldova to facilitate Ukrainian grain exports, with the Port of Constanța in Romania being essential for these shipments. This initiative aims to secure alternative routes for agricultural products amidst ongoing conflicts.

A helicopter landed at an equestrian center in Culmea, Constanța County, to pick up the daughter of a well-known local businessman, an action which authorities stated was not permitted.

Romania's National Meteorological Administration (ANM) has issued a yellow code warning for the Constanța and Tulcea coastal areas, forecasting temporary wind intensifications until 3 PM.

Firefighters in Constanța, Romania, successfully rescued a mother dog and her seven puppies who were trapped under an earth embankment during pipe installation work.

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan discussed the situation on the Dniester, the construction of the Cosăuți-Yampil bridge, and the railway transport of Ukrainian grain to the port of Constanța with his Ukrainian counterpart Serhiy Koretsky.

The headquarters of the Romanian Naval Authority in Constanța Port was evacuated for the second time in 24 hours due to a bomb threat. This marks the second such alert in the area within a short period.

A bomb threat received by the Romanian Naval Authority led to the evacuation of areas and the halting of ship traffic in the Port of Constanța. Messages warned of multiple planted bombs, causing significant disruption.

A road accident occurred on Tuesday, July 28, near Hârșova, Constanța County, Romania, involving a tanker truck registered in Moldova. The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the driver sustained minor injuries.

Constanța Port in Romania is enhancing its defenses by implementing two specialized systems designed to detect and monitor maritime drones, which will become operational this week.

A man from Constanța, Romania, spent eight years proving his innocence after an influential prosecutor abusively accused him of attempted murder following a traffic argument.

Storms are receding from Romania, leaving behind a trail of destruction including two injured in Târgu Jiu and severe flooding in Prahova, while Tulcea and Constanța remain under orange and red weather alerts respectively.

Images of a girl being dragged by her hair in Constanța have sparked a national debate in Romania, with legal experts explaining a new law that criminalizes even a simple slap to a child and can lead to severe penalties for aggressive parents.

Romania's interim Minister of Development, Cseke Attila, announced that one of the eight hospitals planned under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), specifically the one in Constanța, will not be completed on schedule. The government has allocated budget funds to ensure the finalization of these projects, with the Constanța hospital's completion via structural European funds estimated for spring.

Residents of Bucharest looking for a quick escape to the beach have several options close to the city, ideal for day trips or extended weekends, without needing to travel to Constanța.

Interim Defense Minister Radu Miruță announced that five more marine drone remnants, some containing explosives, were identified and destroyed in the Black Sea before and after an incident where a drone exploded in Constanța Port.

Consumer protection authorities in Constanța, Romania, temporarily closed an amusement park in Costinești after discovering numerous irregularities, including faulty electrical installations and improvised wooden structures.

Romanian President Nicuşor Dan stated that a Ukrainian drone that exploded in Constanța Port was definitively not targeting the port, with further technical investigation underway to clarify the circumstances.

Greenpeace's iconic ship, the Arctic Sunrise, is scheduled to dock in Constanța Port next month, likely for an environmental campaign or public engagement.

Romania's interim Foreign Minister Oana Ţoiu announced discussions with Ukraine for a protocol to prevent incidents like the drone explosion in Constanța Port, with Ukraine promising to inform Romania of relevant situations.

An ecological disaster occurred on Lake Corbu in Constanța County, Romania, where thousands of fish, estimated up to two tons, were found dead, prompting authorities to launch investigations.

BCR and Erste Group have jointly provided €151 million in green financing for a 392 MW wind energy project located in Romania's Constanța region.

The Mayor of Constanța, Vergil Chiţac, announced that gambling halls will not be banned in the city, but will continue to operate under specific conditions after discussions with local political parties.

Daniel Dumitru Learciu, executive director of the Agency for Financing Rural Investments (AFIR) Constanța, has been preventively arrested for 30 days on charges of continuous influence peddling.

A truck driver in Constanța, Romania, drove through a railway barrier at a level crossing, causing damage and disrupting train traffic. Footage captured the moment the truck bypassed the lowered barrier.

Romanian authorities will continue discussions with Ukrainian officials next week regarding a drone that exploded in Constanța Port, with more information expected to be released.

A concrete element, typically used in railway infrastructure, was deliberately placed on the tracks in Constanța Station by unknown individuals and subsequently struck by a train traveling from Mangalia, posing a risk of derailment.

Bulgaria has expressed concern following the explosion of a Ukrainian drone in Romania's Constanța Port, fearing that the volatile situation in the Black Sea basin could make the export of goods impossible.

A medical specialist in diabetes, nutrition, and metabolic diseases explained the manifestations and dangers of a hypoglycemic crisis, noting that patients can lose reflexes. This explanation comes in the context of a recent serious accident in Constanța caused by a driver experiencing a diabetic crisis.
Local police in Constanța used tear gas and physical force against a truck driver whose vehicle lost control in the city. The incident has sparked debate regarding the police's handling of the situation.
Several Indian workers were killed in Dubai when a minibus they were traveling in collided with a truck. Officials confirmed the fatalities following the road accident.

Following a drone incident in Constanța, a Romanian general from NATO command stated that while all measures will be taken, interception cannot be guaranteed, a candid communication rarely heard in Romania.

Romania's Minister of Defense has denied reports that six EU-sanctioned oil tankers, allegedly carrying Russian oil, docked in the port of Constanța. The minister stated that no vessels from the 'ghost fleet' operated in Constanța.

The Romanian Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified that the Integrated Maritime Surveillance System (SCOMAR) is functioning within its technical and operational parameters, following an incident in Constanța Port.

Romania's High Court of Cassation and Justice has approved the General Prosecutor's Office's request to extend the preventive arrest of prosecutors Ştefan Gigi Valentin and Niţă Teodor from the Constanța Court of Appeal, who have been in custody since May 14.

A nine-year-old boy died in Constanța after being trapped under a manhole cover while playing in the courtyard of a building.

Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, stated that Moscow would take "specific measures" in response to Romania's decision to close the Russian consulate in Constanța. She warned that "unfriendly actions will not remain unanswered."

The Russian consul in Constanța has left Romania after the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs declared him persona non grata and closed the consulate, following an incident involving a Russian drone.

Tot mai multe clădiri de patrimoniu sunt lăsate în paragină. Este și situația în care se află Cuibul Reginei, o clădire încărcată de istorie din Constanța.

The High Court of Cassation and Justice in Romania has decided to maintain the preventive arrest of prosecutors Gigi Ștefan and Teodor Niță from the Constanța Court of Appeal, who are accused of corruption.

An investigation has been launched in Constanța after a gas pipeline ruptured, leading to the evacuation of over a hundred children from a kindergarten and other individuals. Authorities suspect the pipe may have been intentionally damaged.

Prosecutors Gigi Ștefan and Teodor Niță from the Constanța Court of Appeal have been placed under 30-day preventive arrest by the High Court of Cassation and Justice, accused of promising interventions for favorable outcomes in legal cases and inspections.

Two prominent prosecutors from Constanța are under investigation, with one, Teodor Niţă, brought to Bucharest for questioning as a suspect in instigation to abuse of office, while investigators found significant sums at the other prosecutor's location.

Horia Constantinescu, the former head of Romania's National Authority for Consumer Protection (ANPC), was among many Metallica fans who were scammed with fake tickets for a concert. The incident prompted ANPC to issue recommendations regarding ticket purchases from resale sites.

Thirteen raids were conducted at the Constanța Court of Appeal Prosecutor's Office as part of an investigation into two prosecutors suspected of influence peddling. The inquiry is coordinated by prosecutors from the High Court of Cassation and Justice.

Romania has deployed an anti-drone system in its Black Sea Port of Constanța to enhance security measures.

Romania's tax agency has ordered the Constanța port operator to distribute dividends amidst an ongoing legal dispute.

Romanian President Nicușor Dan announced from Croatia that Romania signed a memorandum with the Port of Rijeka Authority to consolidate the Port of Constanța's role as a strategic hub in the Black Sea.

Police have launched an investigation after a one-year and nine-month-old girl from Constanța county, Romania, died in an ambulance after feeling unwell. Her mother was transporting her to a family doctor when her condition worsened.

An alarming number of 23 dolphins have recently washed ashore on the beaches of Constanța, with specialists suggesting abandoned fishing nets or loud underwater noises as possible causes.

The Romanian government announced the completion of a transaction where the National Company Maritime Ports Administration SA Constanța acquired ICS Danube Logistics, the operator of the…

The Romanian training ship 'Mircea' departed from Constanța for an international transatlantic training voyage, scheduled to arrive in New York in early July to mark Freedom250.

A Red Intervention Plan was activated in Constanța, Romania, following a generalized fire at a social housing block in the Henri Coandă neighborhood, with preliminary reports indicating several people might be trapped inside.

Romanian rescue teams intervened in Constanța Port to evacuate an Azerbaijani sailor experiencing medical problems from a ship anchored in the outer roadstead.

Police in Constanța, Romania, conducted inspections of waste operators, issuing five fines totaling 80,000 lei for incorrect waste storage and failure to take measures for waste elimination.

The Constanța Casino is hosting a unique exhibition titled 'EA: Regina și Marea' (SHE: The Queen and the Sea), offering an intimate look into the life and world of Queen Maria of Romania. The exhibition aims to solidify the casino's status as a cultural hub.

Un taximetrist din județul Constanța care, pe fondul unei șicanări în trafic, a tras trei focuri de armă pentru a-l intimida pe celălalt șofer, a fost condamnat definitiv la doi ani și trei luni de…

The Archbishop of Tomis, ÎPS Teodosie, has filed a lawsuit against Constanța City Hall regarding the villa he inhabits, which he is required to vacate. The property was granted to the Archdiocese for 50 years of free use via a decree.

Spitalul Județean din Constanța este din nou în centrul unui scandal, după ce un medic specialist neurochirurg a fost dat afară la trei luni de la angajare.

The Constanța Tribunal has moved the trial date for the sale of the Damen Mangalia shipyard to September 4, with reports suggesting the asset's valuation could fall below the initial €184 million asking price.

Romania is set to host its inaugural Silent Reading Party on a train, with the unique event taking place on the route between Bucharest and Constanța.

A seven-car pile-up occurred on the A2 highway near Valea Dacilor in Constanța County, Romania, causing traffic restrictions on the Bucharest-bound lane, though no injuries were reported.

Tourists reported two suspicious objects in the Black Sea off the Romanian coast on Sunday, prompting authorities to intervene. Incidents were reported near Constanța's Port Tomis and at Eforie Nord.

The President of the Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) addressed accusations of meeting with Ilie Bolojan before a key debate, while Bolojan himself was booed during Naval Day ceremonies in Constanța. Thousands of military personnel and citizens participated in the events.

The program for Romanian Navy Day on August 15, 2026, has been announced, detailing military ceremonies, naval exercises, parades, and public activities, with major events planned for Constanța.

A massive fire erupted at an oil depot in Constanța, Romania, covering an area of 5,000 square meters. A RO-Alert message was issued due to the dense smoke.

The Reyna Beach in Constanța, Romania, will host the "Râzi Ca Prostu’ la Mare" (Laugh Like a Fool at the Sea) festival from August 21-23, 2026, offering three days of comedy.

The Romanian Intelligence Service (SRI) paid 400,000 euros to a firm from Constanța without a tender for a project to find and rent hotel rooms for courses aimed at identifying students who could become terrorists.

Police in Constanța have opened a criminal case after two individuals in a boat allegedly attempted to steal metal components from sunken barges in the Danube River.

Several road sections in Romanian tourist areas, including the A2 Bucharest-Constanța highway and Prahova Valley, are experiencing heavy congestion on Sunday afternoon, with an accident reported on the A2.

Fitch Ratings has assigned 'BBB-' ratings with a negative outlook to several Romanian municipalities, including Constanța, Bucharest, Oradea, Brașov, and Buzău, aligning with Romania's country rating.

Actors Sebastian Stan and Annabelle Wallis have welcomed their first child together. Details regarding the baby's gender have not been disclosed.

A scandal erupted in Lumina, Constanța County, after a 6-year-old girl was injured in a car accident and the driver fled the scene, fearing retaliation from the victim's family, before later reporting to the police.

Eleven raids were conducted in Constanța as part of an ongoing investigation involving prosecutors Gigi Valentin Ştefan and Teodor Niţă.

The Constanța Port Authority received two bomb threats via calls from Ukrainian and Polish numbers, with messages in Romanian stating that multiple bombs were placed in the port building and passenger terminal.

A serious accident on DN2A in Constanța, Romania, involved a gasoline tanker catching fire after colliding with an excavator, causing a massive blaze. The incident has led to extensive traffic blockages and visible smoke for kilometers.

A Ukrainian ship, damaged near Odessa, has arrived at the Port of Constanța, Romania. Images show the extent of the damage sustained during the attack.

A passenger train heading towards Constanța collided with a tanker truck, causing the truck to catch fire and leading to the evacuation of 200 passengers, while two other serious railway incidents occurred in Moldova.

Train services between Palas and Constanța stations are experiencing delays due to railway cables being accidentally damaged by machinery. Trains are currently operating on a free track.

Five wagons of a freight train derailed, with one overturning, in the CF Palas maneuvering area in Constanța, Romania.

Traffic values are high on Sunday afternoon from Constanța and Prahova Valley towards Bucharest, according to the Infotrafic Center of the Romanian General Police Inspectorate.

Romania's interim Interior Minister, Cătălin Predoiu, announced that the Constanța pilot project has yielded positive results, leading to a decrease in both general crime and crime within schools, alongside a more visible presence of law enforcement.

Vaslui and Botoșani counties in Romania are in dialogue with GECT EAST GATE to organize Europe's eastern border ahead of a signing event in Constanța.

Three Romanian families from Bucharest and Constanța shared the significant costs they incurred for private tutoring for their children's 8th-grade National Evaluation exam.

The Constanța County Clinical Emergency Hospital stated that over the past two years, it referred 15 patients to the Dumbrava Association, founded by Viorel Pașca, who is under investigation for human trafficking.

Two prosecutors from the Constanța Court of Appeal, Gigi Valentin Ştefan and Teodor Niţă, who are under investigation for influence peddling and incitement to abuse of office, will remain in pre-trial detention for another 30 days, a decision by the High Court of Cassation and Justice that can be appealed.

A bus carrying 70 Moldovan citizens was involved in a serious accident in Romania, colliding with a police car in Constanța. Several police officers were injured, though all bus passengers reportedly reached their destination.

Experts report that Kremlin-linked bot and troll networks were activated on social media platforms following drone incidents in Galați and Constanța, aiming to erode public trust in Romanian authorities, NATO, and the European Union.

A police car on a mission was involved in a road accident in Năvodari, Constanța County, Romania. No injuries were reported from the incident.

Aproape toată România, cu excepția județelor Tulcea și Constanța, se află până mâine, la ora 10.00, sub alertă cod roșu de caniculă.

Train services between Bucharest and Constanța have been interrupted at Fetești following an incident involving a broken pantograph on a locomotive, causing multiple trains to be delayed.

Comvex, a Romanian port operator, is increasing the grain terminal storage capacity at the Port of Constanța.

Interim Minister of Transport, Radu Miruță, stated that the security situation in Constanța Port is 'serious,' two weeks after a Ukrainian marine drone exploded there.

Two individuals have been detained and four others are under investigation in Constanța, Romania, for allegedly staging luxury car accidents to claim insurance money, as part of a larger fraud, usury, and blackmail scheme.

Cristian Diaconescu expressed concern over NATO's response to Romania's aid request, stating that incidents in Galați and Constanța revealed significant deficiencies in applying fundamental Alliance decisions.

Prosecutors have announced an expanded investigation into the explosion of a marine drone in Constanța Port, Romania, now covering destruction with particularly serious consequences.

A controversy has emerged in Constanța after a local police officer was filmed assaulting a truck driver at the scene of an accident. Local police officials have since offered explanations for the officer's actions, stating the situation could have had catastrophic consequences.

An explosion of a drone in Romania's Constanța Port highlights the recurring military incidents provoked by Russia on NATO's eastern flank.

NATO is scheduled to hold a special session this week to discuss security in the Black Sea, following a recent explosion of a Ukrainian naval drone in Romania's port of Constanța.

Following a drone explosion in Constanța Port, Romanian officials, including Nicușor Dan and the Minister of Defense, visited the site to assess the situation and discuss enhanced security measures. Discussions focused on the limitations of current radar technology against maritime drones and the need for increased patrols and potential NATO assistance to secure the port.
A Ukrainian sea drone exploded in the Romanian port of Constanța, prompting an emergency meeting by local authorities and heightened alert in neighboring Bulgaria. EU officials and military experts are assessing the implications of the incident, with some attributing final responsibility to Russia for the hybrid aggression.

Ofițer de marină retras, primarul PNL din Constanța, Vergil Chițac, povestește ce se întâmplă în orașul cu 260.000 de locuitori. „Panica e cea mai dăunătoare în momentul de față.

Four Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft of the Italian Air Force, along with 180 military personnel, landed at the 57th Air Base Mihail Kogălniceanu in Constanța County, Romania. This deployment aims to strengthen the security of Romania's airspace.

Russia has warned that it will take measures in response to Romania's decision to expel Moscow's consul in Constanța, according to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova.

A sociologist highlighted the fascinating coexistence of Judaism, Islam, Roman Catholicism, and Orthodoxy on a street in Constanța, Romania, following the reopening of the Israeli Temple, noting the image is shadowed by xenophobic comments.

The Greek Supreme Court definitively upheld the convictions of those found guilty in the deadly Mati wildfire case. The court's decision means the defendants' guilt is irrevocably established, though some aspects regarding mitigating circumstances for certain officials will be re-examined.

Romania has declared the Russian consul in Constanța persona non grata and announced the closure of the Russian consulate after a Russian drone crashed into an apartment block in Galați, injuring two people. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from NATO allies and prompted accusations of irresponsibility against political leaders attempting to excuse Russia.

Curtea de Apel Constanța a respins vineri contestația la executare formulată de Wiz Khalifa împotriva condamnării la 9 luni de închisoare cu executare primită în decembrie anul trecut.

Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan has promulgated several new laws, including the establishment of "Tomis" University in Constanța and the designation of September 1st as National Paralympic Sports Day. He also commented on ongoing efforts to mediate and finalize the salary law.

Over 100,000 euros in cash were discovered on a former chief prosecutor from Constanța, Romania, during searches conducted by the Prosecutor's Office. The prosecutor, Teodor Niță, denies any wrongdoing and states he faces no accusations.

Police in Constanța are investigating a specific beach sector in Mamaia and have requested assistance from the Dobrogea-Litoral Basin Administration for their inquiry.

The Romanian Agency for Saving Human Life at Sea intervened in Constanța Port to rescue three Egyptian sailors from a Palau-flagged vessel who required medical attention.

Damen Shipyards Mangalia, a Dutch-owned company, has notified the "Navalistul" Free Trade Union, ITM Constanța, and AJOFM Constanța of its intention to lay off all 1,011 employees at the Mangalia Naval Shipyard.

A road accident occurred in Constanța, Romania, involving two cars, with one driver fleeing the scene and the other sustaining injuries.

Two Art Safari exhibitions have opened at the Constanța Casino and Art Gallery, offering cultural attractions for the May 1 holiday. These displays provide visitors with an opportunity to experience art by the sea.

The 67-year-old teacher, accused of having sexual relations with a 16-year-old student, has been preventively arrested for 30 days.

The Romanian government's plan to list major state-owned companies like CEC Bank and Constanța Port Administration on the stock exchange has sparked a political dispute, with some parties opposing the measure.

A 64-year-old man who suffered severe burns in a fire at a social housing block in Constanța on Tuesday has died in the hospital.

Firefighters have determined the cause of a fire at a social housing block in Constanța's Henri Coandă neighborhood. Eight people, including four children, remain hospitalized, with one victim in critical condition.

Judges at the Constanța Tribunal in Romania have refused to hear a civil case brought by a lawyer alleging manipulation of the random distribution system for criminal cases.

A driver from Constanța, Romania, caught speeding at 176 km/h, gained international notoriety in German, Austrian, and Swiss media for her unusual excuse that her 'cozonaci' (sweet bread) were burning in the oven.

The Romanian government approved a budget supplement of 281.6 million lei for the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure for 2026, intended to increase the share capital of the National Company 'Maritime Ports Administration' Constanța.

Former Romanian national team coach Mircea Lucescu, 80, who suffered an acute myocardial infarction, is reported to be stable, conscious, and cooperative with medical staff at the University Hospital.

The Bucharest Court of Appeal has decided to suspend the 10-year sentence of former Constanța County Council president Nicușor Constantinescu for three months due to medical reasons. The decision is not yet final.

CFR Infrastructură has launched a tender for the rehabilitation of the Palas tunnel in Constanța port, originally designed by Anghel Saligny over 125 years ago, and the electrification of a line to open new freight train access to Romania's largest port.

A ship collided with a floating crane docked at Constanța Port on Sunday during a mooring maneuver, resulting in a water breach in the crane, according to the Romanian Naval Authority.

A 15-year-old adolescent drowned on a beach in Constanța, Romania, while a 10-year-old child was hospitalized in a separate incident.

A businessman has been detained by prosecutors on charges that his company illegally buried waste on a plot of land in Constanța County, Romania.

Fragments of a drone have been recovered from the Black Sea, approximately 1.5 kilometers off Modern Beach in Constanța, Romania. More drone debris has been reported found in the sea and on beaches in various coastal resorts.

Suspected drone fragments were reported in Tomis Port and on Eforie Nord beach in Constanța, Romania. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are investigating the incident.

Bucharest's General Mayor Ciprian Ciucu announced the start of tram rail installation under the Constanța Bridge, with works expected to be completed within three weeks to ease traffic before school starts.

Tourists on Costinești beach in Romania reported a 'pilotless flying object' drifting in the sea near the shore, prompting an alert from the prefect of Constanța.

The former rector of Ovidius University in Constanța has been detained in a pimping case. Sources indicate he allegedly facilitated prostitution for three individuals.

Representatives of CFR SA discovered multiple obstacles, including sleepers and a milestone, placed on the railway line between Constanța and Mangalia in three different locations.

Wagons loaded with sulfur that derailed nearly a month ago near Palas station in Constanța, Romania, have finally been removed, according to representatives from the Constanța Regional Railway Branch.

Ukraine is exploring rail transport through Moldova as a safer export option for grain, following repeated Russian attacks on a key Black Sea hub, and has requested reduced tariffs from Chișinău, with Romania's Constanța port playing a role.

A chain-reaction accident involving six cars occurred on the A2 Bucharest-Constanța Highway near Cernavodă, causing traffic disruptions.

Ukraine and Romania are collaborating to enhance the logistics capacity of Romania's Port of Constanța, aiming to ensure uninterrupted exports of Ukrainian agricultural products.

A gas leak from a GPL tanker wagon at Dorobanţu station in Constanța, Romania, caused significant delays for 12 passenger trains and disrupted railway traffic.

Florin Mitroi, President of the Constanța County Council, was audited as a witness by prosecutors following searches at the headquarters of a company in which he is a shareholder. The audit is part of an ongoing investigation.

A bomb alert was issued at Romania's Black Sea Port of Constanța, amid heightened security concerns.

A bomb threat received at Constanța Port in Romania on Wednesday morning was reportedly transmitted from phone numbers in Ukraine and Poland, prompting an ongoing investigation, according to interim Defense Minister Radu Miruță.

Despite rising prices, apartments at 1,500 euro/sqm can still be found in major Romanian cities like Bucharest, Constanța, and Timișoara, though finding them remains a challenge.

India and Romania are working towards an agreement to facilitate the movement of skilled professionals between the two countries. Discussions also focused on doubling commercial exchanges, with Constanța Port being a key point of interest.

A drunk driver who hit a car and was driving erratically in Constanța was apprehended by two off-duty police officers, a husband and wife, after continuing to drive despite the collision.

DP World is investing EUR 100 million to electrify its Constanța Port terminal in Romania, aiming to enhance sustainability and operational efficiency.

A massive queue of trucks at Romania's Constanța Port has led to significant road traffic disruptions, forcing the public transport company to temporarily divert the routes of its City Tour buses.

Constanța county on the Romanian coast has been placed under a yellow code alert for atmospheric instability and significant rainfall starting Sunday evening.

Radu Miruță issued a warning regarding the use of Pillar II funds for the defense industry, urging scrutiny of its coordinators. He also confirmed five additional drone incidents at sea, some involving explosives, and noted that the Romanian Army does not guard Constanța Port during peacetime.

Ciprian Marica, a former Romanian national football team striker and shareholder of Farul Constanța club, is preparing a new real estate project with his partners near the Porsche Pipera auto showroom.

According to the National Bank of Romania, housing prices in Romania increased by 6.7% annually in the last quarter of 2025, with an average apartment requiring 6.8 years of work in Bucharest and 12 years in Constanta.

A video showing a mother physically abusing her 8-year-old daughter on a street in Constanța, Romania, has sparked public debate about violence against children and disciplinary methods.

Cristian Radu's term as mayor of Mangalia has officially ended, as announced by the Constanța Prefecture, following his indictment for bribery and money laundering which prevented him from exercising his duties.

Ukraine provided clarifications regarding the naval drone that exploded in Constanța Port last month, confirming it lost control of four drones, leading Romania to request that all future naval drones in the Black Sea be programmed for safe auto-detonation.
Rail traffic at Năvodari station in Constanța county, Romania, was jeopardized after unidentified individuals cut power cables for railway switches in an attempt to steal them.

President Nicușor Dan confirmed that Romania and Ukraine have engaged in discussions at various levels following a drone incident in Constanța Port, highlighting progress in establishing a direct communication line for such events.

With Constanța experiencing a unique combination of high temperatures, increased humidity, and sea winds during summer, an article provides guidance on choosing suitable air conditioning systems for coastal conditions.

Resident doctors at Constanța County Emergency Hospital in Romania accuse the management of forcing them to sign volunteer requests for shifts, with some alleging blackmail by university professors who threaten their exam results.

A recent study indicates that Brașov, Cluj-Napoca, and Constanța are the most desired cities to live in Romania, despite being among the most crowded and polluted, while the capital, Bucharest, has dropped in ranking.

Interim Transport Minister Radu Miruță stated that Romania expects explanations from Ukrainian officials by June 23 regarding a recent incident where a maritime drone exploded in Constanța Port. Miruță has posed 14 questions to Kiev.

The sister-in-law of former Constanța mayor Radu Mazăre, the son-in-law of former Constanța County Council president Nicușor Constantinescu, and their associates are set to receive approximately 25% of the earnings from the 5-star Radisson Blu hotel business.

Police in Constanța, Romania, are investigating a man who allegedly organized an illegal "raffle" on a social media network last year. He is accused of selling "tickets" for 100-200 lei each, promising participants cash prizes.

The truck driver involved in an accident in Constanța, where he hit several cars and a bus after feeling unwell, has been discharged from the hospital and made his first statements, also alleging he was beaten by a local police officer.

A truck driver who hit nine cars and a bus in Constanța, Romania, was physically and verbally assaulted by police officers during his apprehension, according to published images.

Romania's president visited the site of a drone explosion at the Port of Constanța, emphasizing the country's defense capabilities following the incident.

Armenians went to the polls in an election seen as a crucial test of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's efforts to strengthen ties with Europe, amidst significant pressure and scrutiny from Russia. The election outcome is expected to determine the country's future geopolitical alignment.

Romania's Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified that the SCOMAR system, designed for maritime surveillance by the Coast Guard, was not used in a recent drone incident in Constanța because it is not a military anti-drone system.

Premierul Ilie Bolojan a afirmat, vineri, că incidentul cu drona maritimă din Portul Constanța arată cât de multă nevoie e de dotările contractate pentru armată prin SAFE.

Following an explosion in Constanța, Eugen Tomac issued his first reaction, urging institutions to be more vigilant and improve their communication. He emphasized the need for clearer information dissemination to the public.

Journalist Cristian Tudor Popescu criticized Nicușor Dan following the Romanian authorities' decision to expel the Russian consul from Constanța, in the context of a drone crash in Galați.

A 70-year-old woman died and a 5-year-old child was seriously injured after being hit by an InterRegio train while crossing the railway in Ialomița, Romania. The train was traveling from Constanța to Bucharest.

The closure of the Russian consulate in Constanța, Romania, is being viewed by some experts as the removal of a Russian espionage hub in a sensitive region, with commentators also discussing Romania's reaction to a separate incident in Galați.

Romania has convened its defense council and announced the expulsion of a Russian consul after a Russian drone crashed on its territory. Russia's foreign ministry has threatened a swift reaction to the expulsion and the closure of its consulate in Constanța.

Parents in Constanța, Romania, are being asked by the state to repay nearly 300 lei in child allowance for their 6-year-old daughter who died after an appendicitis operation, having received a summons shortly after her burial.

Horia Constantinescu, the former head of Romania's National Authority for Consumer Protection (ANPC), has been implicated in a corruption case that led to the arrest of prosecutors Gigi Ştefan and Teodor Niţă from the Constanța Court of Appeal.

Two prosecutors from the Constanța Court of Appeal, Gigi Ștefan and Teodor Niță, have been detained for 24 hours in a corruption case involving abuse of office, with their lawyer announcing an appeal to the High Court of Cassation and Justice.

The President of the Romanian Customs Authority, Mihai Savin, along with two customs inspectors from Constanța, have been detained by the DNA on suspicion of bribery. The officials allegedly accepted bribes, sometimes in cigarette packs, for goods and containers imported through the port.

Mihai Savin, President of the Romanian Customs Authority, has been detained by prosecutors along with two other officials. This action follows searches conducted by the National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA) at the Constanța Border Customs Office.

The City Grill Group has opened a new café-bistro inside the historic Constanța Casino, following an investment of EUR 550,000.

An anti-drone system has been deployed in Constanța Port, enabling the localization of aircraft and pilots, as well as the controlled takeover and redirection of drones to a safe zone as a security measure.

Romanian prosecutors from DIICOT have proposed the preventive arrest of a 45-year-old Turkish citizen, accusing him of smuggling over 200 kilograms of heroin from Iran into Constanța Port, declared as spices.

A section of a 70-year-old bridge on the main road in Techirghiol, Constanța County, Romania, collapsed on Friday, leading to traffic blockage in the area.

A Romanian ministry reportedly refused to provide data on the appointment of its subordinate state company heads, including the Port of Constanța, to government representatives overseeing state company reform, citing GDPR confidentiality.
Moldova, Romania, Bulgaria, and Ukraine have officially launched the "EAST GATE" European Territorial Cooperation Grouping in Constanța, marking the formation of the largest cooperation structure in…

The Romanian government is detailing plans to reform state-owned companies, including potential listings on the stock exchange, mergers, and closures. The initiative aims to end the waste of public funds and address failing enterprises.

Firefighters have determined that an electrical short circuit was the most probable cause of the apartment building fire in Constanța, Romania, with investigations ongoing and eight people still hospitalized, one in critical condition.

A 78-year-old man suffered face burns after an explosion occurred in an apartment in Constanța, Romania. The blast did not cause a fire, but 14 residents were evacuated from the building.

A 35-year-old female driver was caught by police traveling at 176 km/h on a national road with a 50 km/h limit in Constanța, Romania, and humorously claimed her cakes were burning in the oven as an excuse.

A 23-year-old man from Constanța, Romania, was detained by police for allegedly promoting fascist, legionary, and racist ideologies on a social media network.

Two children from Constanța, Romania, have been granted a protection order against their parents, who are accused of beating them. The father has been detained, and the children have been removed from the family and placed in a care center.

The Bucharest Court of Appeal has decided to suspend the execution of the sentence for three months for Nicușor Constantinescu, former PSD baron of Constanța, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison for abuse of office and corruption.

Constanța airport has been temporarily closed to civilian air traffic to facilitate the relocation of equipment.