Border Security: Moldova’s Border Police reported several unidentified aircraft and drones briefly violating its airspace overnight near Ștefan Vodă (including Căplani), with searches after a reported object falling near the border; Moldova’s Foreign Ministry condemned the incident as a serious sovereignty violation. Drone Debris Probe: Separate reports say debris from a jet-powered drone with Russian markings was found after an explosion near Kolonitsa, close to Chisinau, and experts are examining fragments. Ukraine Crossings Hit: Russian drone strikes targeted the Starokozachye Ukraine–Moldova border crossing, killing two and forcing closure, with analysts warning of delays to supplies and exports. Transnistria Voting Row: Russia’s State Duma election plans to open polling stations in Transnistria sparked a diplomatic dispute; Moldova says voting should be limited to a single embassy station in Chisinau, while Romania condemns the move as illegal. EU/Policy Watch: EU leaders weigh tougher budget compromises as reforms intensify; Moldova also discussed using 2024 census data for public policy, and PM Vasile Tofan met Council of Europe officials on justice, anti-corruption, and human rights. Energy: Moldova’s energy minister said strategic “security stocks” can’t be used to simply lower gas prices, only for exceptional supply disruptions.