Moldova's parliament declares 60-day energy and water emergency due to Dniester River drought and rising costs

Moldova's parliament voted on Tuesday to declare a 60-day state of emergency in the energy and water sectors due to severely low water levels on the Dniester River and global conflicts driving up energy costs. The measure, approved by a vote of 54 to 20, takes effect on Saturday. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan cited a 'perfect storm' of drought, conflicts, and refinery destruction. The emergency gives authorities power to intervene quickly to maintain supplies. Moldova depends heavily on imported energy and has faced similar alerts since July.