Energy & Water Emergency: Moldova’s 60-day state of emergency in the energy and hydrological sectors kicks in as drought and conflict strain the Dniester basin and gas/fuel supplies, giving authorities faster procurement and temporary changes to district heating, with drinking water prioritized if conditions worsen. Russian Airspace Violations: Prime Minister Vasile Tofan told the UN that Russia “repeatedly” violates Moldovan airspace with drones, warning against normalizing it; Moldova also reported an unauthorized aerial object crossing the country amid attacks on Ukraine, and said drone fragments marked “Geran-4” were found in Briceni. UN Diplomacy: At the UN General Assembly, Tofan urged unity for the coming winter, called for peaceful reintegration of Transnistria, and announced Moldova’s candidacy for the presidency of the 82nd UNGA session. EU Path & Regional Ties: Tofan met Croatia and Slovenia’s prime ministers in New York, pressing for faster EU accession progress “based on merit” and concrete results, while also pitching Moldova as an export and trade hub for EU access. US-Moldova Relations: The newly arrived US Ambassador-designate Joseph Mark Burkhalter began his mission in Chisinau, saying he will focus on strengthening ties. Sports: Spain opened UEFA Nations League title defense with a 3-2 win over England at Wembley.