Drone Incidents & Sandu’s Warning: President Maia Sandu condemned Russia’s latest strikes on Ukraine after a drone violated Moldova’s airspace and came down on Moldovan territory, calling for “much greater pressure” on Moscow. Border Security: Moldova’s Interior Ministry reported three related incidents near Giurgiulești, including a detected unauthorized flight and debris found on Moldovan soil after explosions near the border. Kyiv Under Heavy Fire: Russia launched a massive missile-and-drone barrage on Kyiv and the surrounding region, killing at least 16 and injuring dozens, with damage to a hospital, school, and homes; Zelenskyy again urged allies to replenish air-defense interceptors. Grain Transit Row: Moldova’s PM Vasile Tofan said rail capacity isn’t the problem and that transit grain must be reserved and accepted at Constanța; CFM also reiterated Moldovan farmers get priority and lower rail tariffs than Ukrainian transit. EU Aid Denial for Farmers: The EU declined Ukraine’s €220m grant request for farmers, saying support will come via existing lending and interest-rate mechanisms, including coordination with Moldova on alternative routes. Dniester Water Stress: The Dniester Reservoir hit a record low for this date, with authorities managing water scarcity to protect drinking supplies.