Stories from Romania

A new modern waste management system is being implemented in Șotânga, Dâmbovița. The project involves an investment exceeding 618 million RON and is supported by European funds.

Police are investigating a crime in a northern neighborhood of Bucharest that they have classified as a terrorist incident. Two men were injured during the attack. No specific motives or suspect descriptions were provided by the authorities.

Investigators allege four individuals procured and sold crystalline narcotics between November 2025 and April 2026. Transactions reportedly ranged from 300 to 1,000 lei per sale. Authorities seized quantities of prohibited substances and other evidence during searches.

The 2026 European Film Festival will take place in Bucharest from May 6 to May 17. The event will also expand to eight other towns through June 1. Organized by the Romanian Cultural Institute, the festival is held with support from the European Commission Representation in Romania and EUNIC Romania. The festival marks 30 years of cinema without borders. The program features innovative and provocative European cinema. The gala will be held in the Auditorium hall and features a hybrid film. The festival selection includes over 50 European films, primarily art films and Romanian short films produced by graduates. Film critic Catalin Olaru, director of the festival, participated in an interview regarding the event.

CSM Oradea has qualified for the National Water Polo Super League final. The team defeated Rapid with a 2-0 aggregate score in the semifinals. In the second match, the Oradea-based team won 17-12.

Prefect Radu reported that bears have caused damage in Covasna County in recent years. Last year, 235 cases were reported and over 470 animals were killed. An attack on a person was reported this year in the locality of Zăbala.

An investigation has identified a company utilizing MetroRex buildings and facilities for free without making payments.

The Romanian president stated that the country is prepared to undergo the process of Moldova joining Romania. The situation has been described by the source as a well-rehearsed political spectacle. Romanian authorities stated a desire to unite and face international challenges together. The source noted that Romania is not the wealthiest country in the European Union and would have to share resources. The statement was described as a response to perceived international escalations. Romanian President Sordan declared that Romania is ready for unification with Moldova. This follows recent statements from the President of Moldova concerning the democratic aspirations of the Moldovan people. The discussion occurs amid Moldova's pursuit of European Union membership and regional geopolitical tensions.

Artifacts recently stolen from the Drenț Museum are being transported from Otopeni Airport to the Romanian Gendarmerie Museum. Museum Director Corneliu stated the helmet sustained some controllable damage.

Archaeologists from the Botosani County Museum discovered an exceptional funerary monument measuring over 35 meters in diameter. Researchers have completed excavations on approximately half of the monument, uncovering five graves so far.