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17 February 2026, 20:09

Elena Mateescu, the director of ANM, announced that the orange code remains in effect for 12 counties and Bucharest, but a red code can be issued if the situation requires it.

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17 February 2026, 20:05

Focus Sat Romania has a new general director. Floretina Pascu has been appointed to the position in place of Sophie Hedouin.

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17 February 2026, 19:40

Sahara, the AI rocket developed in Romania that is undetectable by radar

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Marco Hannappel, PMI: Europe supports the transformation of industry through investment, skills and competitive factories

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IGSU has preventive measures and supplements crews in 9 counties affected by the orange code for severe weather.

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17 February 2026, 18:21

The Ministry of Transport has presented the status of preparations for snow removal, mobilizing 1,571 machines and 3,000 employees to ensure the safety of traffic.

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17 February 2026, 18:02

Starting at 8 PM, Bucharest is facing an orange code for blizzards, heavy snowfall, and low temperatures, with snow accumulations of up to 35 cm.

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17 February 2026, 17:39

The former Minister of Transport, Dan Șova, was acquitted of the charge of influence peddling, the reason being the statute of limitations on the facts.

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17 February 2026, 17:14

The Border Police warns that the snow and blizzard forecasted between February 17 and 19 may cause delays, temporary traffic restrictions, or difficulties in movement.

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17 February 2026, 17:02

Raed Arafat, in the context of the orange code for severe weather: "At this moment, everyone is prepared in case an emergency situation arises."

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17 February 2026, 16:49

Romania remains in first place in the EU for road mortality, with 78 deaths per million inhabitants in 2024

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17 February 2026, 16:32

ANAR accuses the local company from Curtea de Argeș of lack of investments, emphasizing that it has no responsibilities in providing drinking water.

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17 February 2026, 16:12

Alexandru Rogobete, after the incident of aggression at the Târgu Jiu County Hospital: "It seems to me like a nightmare that, in the year 2026, the Minister of Health will come on television and tell people 'please do not go to hospitals to beat doctors'"

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Energy leaders gathered at RIEC 2026 call for investment in production, grids, and infrastructure security

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SNSPA will suspend classes tomorrow, February 18, due to the orange code of snowfall and blizzard issued for Bucharest.

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17 February 2026, 14:38

European citizens, including Romanians, will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to the United Kingdom from February 25, 2026.

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17 February 2026, 14:33

A possible drone fragment was found on the beach in Mamaia, being the third similar discovery this month. Specialists are investigating the origin of the object.

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17 February 2026, 14:22

The population of Romania has decreased by 4.16 million in 35 years. The year 2024 recorded a record number of emigrations, according to INS.

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17 February 2026, 14:05

The DSU warns of a high risk of avalanche in the Făgăraș and Bucegi Mountains, at altitudes of over 1,800 meters, recommending the avoidance of exposed trails.

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17 February 2026, 13:52

President Nicușor Dan announces that he will make appointments for SRI and SIE relatively soon, already having a list of 5 names and discussing the suitable profile for these positions.

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17 February 2026, 13:38

President Nicușor Dan announced that Romania is in discussions with the USA and the EU for a common mechanism for managing critical materials.

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17 February 2026, 12:37

A man from Nepal was robbed and assaulted in Bucharest. The aggressor, a 31-year-old man, was apprehended by the police.

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