Moldova's government called an emergency cabinet session and declared a 30-day high-alert regime covering the energy and hydrological sectors, citing diesel fuel shortages and risks to water supplies.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu nominated businessman Vasile Tofan as prime minister on July 11 to replace Alexandru Munteanu, who resigned over disagreements with the ruling Party of Action and Solidarity majority; Tofan, a 44-year-old financier who backed Sandu in the 2024 presidential election, said his first priorities if confirmed by parliament would be advancing EU integration and reviving the economy