Russian Drone Incident: Moldova police found fragments of a “Geran-2” drone near Văleni in Cahul, and the Foreign Ministry condemned the airspace violation as a serious risk to citizens. Heatwave & Grid Strain: Europe’s extreme heat hit Austria again with a record 41.2°C, while Moldova and neighbors face rising pressure on power systems as drought deepens. Energy Emergency: Prime Minister Vasile Tofan warned Moldova may not even secure emergency electricity tomorrow, urging people to cut consumption during peak hours. Parliament Cuts Power Use: Parliament temporarily reduced lighting and even disconnected hot water as part of energy-saving steps. Hydrology Crisis: Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder said the Dniester’s situation is critical, with fears that flows could drop to 30 cubic meters per second, risking a natural disaster. Water & Energy Response: President Maia Sandu said the government will do everything possible, but warned there are “no magic solutions” without near-term rain. Renewables Push: The government approved a 30 MW photovoltaic plant in Vadul lui Vodă with 60 MWh storage planned for 2027. Independence Day Plans: Sandu announced a military parade and concert to mark Moldova’s 35th independence anniversary. Afghanistan Visa Controversy: Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi said visas for an Afghan agriculture delegation followed legal procedures, while coordination could have been better. Transnistria Warning: Moldova reiterated it does not recognize privatization acts by Tiraspol authorities outside Moldovan law.