Energy & Prices: Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu says the state will step in with compensation if natural gas tariffs rise, while also admitting Moldova will stay dependent on Russian gas until 2028; MOLDPRES issued an erratum after a published line wrongly claimed Moldova depends on Russian gas, and launched an internal probe. Energy Alert: Energocom urges households to cut electricity use during Romania’s peak hours (18:00–23:00) amid Danube drought pressures; Moldova’s electricity supply is currently covered, but extra purchases may be needed. Water Security: Moldova and Ukraine will keep direct, permanent contact to manage Dniester flow after low levels; alerts remain critical on parts of the Dniester and Prut. EU Path & Governance: Moldova is harmonizing bank recovery rules with EU standards, requiring recovery plans and clearer crisis powers. Local Politics: Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban and Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu trade barbs over a dormitory controversy involving foreign workers, with accusations of xenophobia and claims of water misuse. Security Cooperation: The U.S. (FBI and Diplomatic Security Service) met Moldovan law enforcement to target fraudulent call centers and transnational criminal networks. Diplomacy: Latvia’s foreign minister visits Chisinau; Moldova also plans to buy Ukrainian electricity from Romania. Jobs & Tracking: Moldova proposes tracking graduate employment for three years via a new SIMÎS module. Sports: Sheriff Tiraspol’s European run continues to be felt as Israeli clubs advance; Kazakhstan beats Belgium in Euro beach soccer.