Freezing rain and ice trigger emergency maintenance across

The Moldovan Ministry of Energy has issued an official warning regarding potential stability issues within the national power grid. Adverse weather conditions forecast for today, January 26, may lead to localized outages and infrastructure damage.

New research links 1903 Kishinev Pogrom to 20th-century mass crimes

Moldova joins the global community on January 27 to observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The National Library in Chisinau will spearhead the commemorations with a landmark exhibition titled "The 1903 Kishinev Pogrom in the Context of Crimes Against Humanity."

Performance pays off: Top Moldova universities to receive record budget hike

Moldovan state-funded universities operating under financial autonomy will receive a total of €56.1 million (approx. 1.1 billion MDL) in 2026.

Justice served in Chișinău after Turkish visitors were lured and robbed of €17,000

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in a semi-open correctional facility for his role in the robbery of five Turkish citizens in Chișinău. The Chisinau Municipal Prosecutor's Office confirmed the ruling following a case that dates back to February 2022.

Environment Minister Hajder targets forest resilience to counter Europe's lowest woodland coverage

The Moldovan Government approved a new set of regulations on January 22 to modernize the administration of the country’s state-owned forests between 2026 and 2030. The policy prioritizes ecological health through planned sanitary felling and scientific management to revitalize the nation's aging woodland areas.

Defense Minister: Moldova to integrate new radar system amid rising drone threats

Moldova is preparing to acquire a new aerial surveillance radar as its current defense infrastructure fails to fully address emerging security risks. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi announced the move following intensified regional threats and recent airspace violations.

Cyber-fraud alert: Scammers impersonating mobile providers in Cahul

Police in the southern Moldovan city of Cahul documented five major phone scams in a single day, reporting total financial losses of €39,070 (approx. 765,800 MDL).

Moldovan authorities evacuate village after armed drone crash

Moldovan police have confirmed that a drone discovered on the morning of January 22 in the village of Crocmaz, Ștefan Vodă district, is armed with a live explosive device. The General Inspectorate of Police has established a security perimeter and ordered the immediate evacuation of nearby residents as experts prepare for a controlled detonation.

Moldova dismisses FSB espionage claims as public manipulation attempt

Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of a Russian citizen in Moscow, alleging the individual was acting as an agent for the Moldovan special services. The FSB claims the suspect was on a mission to undermine Russian national security when detained.

Moldova faces scrutiny over labor rights violations while holding Council of Europe Presidency

The European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR) has released its 2025 conclusions, revealing significant gaps in how 45 signatory states, including the Republic of Moldova, implement the European Social Charter.

Holocaust education week: Moldovan students to engage in nationwide commemorative activities

Moldovan schools will observe Holocaust Remembrance Day from January 26 to 30, 2026, through a series of educational and commemorative events. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) issued a nationwide directive urging schools to promote tolerance and critical understanding of recent history.

Modernizing cancer care: Moldova eyes CAR-T therapy and surgical upgrades

The Oncology Institute in Chisinau is set to introduce advanced leukemia treatments and bone marrow transplants. This development follows a strategic exchange with Israeli experts focused on life-saving technologies for severe lymphatic cancers.