Fake messages about the presidential election and referendum, received by citizens. Details of the authorities

The Information Technology and Cyber Security Service (STISC) of the Republic of Moldova announces a new form of disinformation. Several citizens have received suspicious messages on WhatsApp and other platforms, which seek to manipulate public opinion regarding the October 20 referendum and elections.

New warning system for emergencies in the Republic of Moldova could be called "Mold-alert"

The warning system, which will allow the dissemination of warning messages to the population in case of extreme weather phenomena, floods, but also other situations that endanger the life and health of citizens, could be called "Mold-alert". This was announced by the head of the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU), Alexandru Oprea, in the " Dimineata cu Radio Moldova”. According to him, the alert system will be similar to that of all EU states, and in the Republic of Moldova it will become functional in 2026.

Number of cases of COVID-19 and respiratory infections, decreasing

The number of respiratory infections and cases of COVID-19 is decreasing. According to the National Public Health Agency (ANSP), over 3,900 cases of upper respiratory infections were registered during the past week, 62 %of which were in children. The data shows a 10.5% decrease compared to the previous week.

Romania and the Republic of Moldova signed a joint action plan in justice field

More intense cooperation in the justice field and boosting relations in the recovery of criminal assets are just some of the provisions of the new Joint Action Plan for 2025-2027, of the two ministries, from the Republic of Moldova and Romania, signed in Chisinau. It confirms the common intention to continue interministerial cooperation, said the Minister of Justice of the Republic of Moldova, Veronica Mihailov-Moraru.

False bomb alerts at Chisinau Court based in Centru and in Buiucani: All people were evacuated

False bomb alerts were announced in the afternoon today, October 16, at the Chisinau Court, based in Centru and in Buiucani. The employees and people inside the buildings were evacuated, the area was cordoned off.

IGP gets ready for election day: additional teams and strict monitoring

The General Police Inspectorate (IGP) is implementing additional measures to ensure order and security on the day of the presidential election and the constitutional referendum on October 20. The head of the IGP, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, announced that the intervention and documentation teams will be doubled to respond quickly in case of incidents. This was announced in a show on Exclusiv TV.

A former deputy will stand trial for illicit enrichment. Prosecutors sent the case to court

A former deputy of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova will stand trial, after the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office completed the criminal investigation and sent the file to court. He is accused of illicit enrichment. According to the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office, during the period 2014-2019 the deputy would have accumulated, both personally and through a relative, assets that exceed his legal income by almost 2 million lei.

Veaceslav Platon, accused of withdrawing over 48 billion rubles from Russia

Controversial businessman Veaceslav Platon is accused of withdrawing more than 48 billion rubles (480 million dollars) from Russia, according to a new investigation by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, RIA Novosti reported.

Moldovan Press Review // Investigation: Withdrawal of 48 billion rubles from Russia by Platon, Plahotniuc and Usatîi

The main press headlines are the EU sanctions imposed on Gagauzia, the intensification of attempts to corrupt voters in the context of the presidential elections and the referendum, and the accusations against Veaceslav Platon, who is accused of withdrawing more than 48 billion rubles from Russia through a scheme coordinated with Vladimir Plahotniuc and Renato Usatîi.

Chisinau celebrates its Feast: Orthodox Christians celebrate Protection of the Mother of God

Today, Chisinau celebrates its Feast, the feast of the Protection of the Mother of God, celebrated by old-style Orthodox Christians on October 14. The history of this holiday begins with the transition to the third millennium, when the Chisinau City Hall, together with the representatives of the Metropolis of Moldova and the Metropolis of Bessarabia, chose this date to mark the Feast of Chisinau. The celebration was inspired by one of the three patrons of the Nativity Cathedral.

Press review // Priests’ involvement in the signature collection campaign for Victoria Furtună, supported by Șor

The involvement of priests in collecting signatures for the candidate Victoria Furtună, supported by the criminal group Șor; the importance of European support in combating Russian propaganda in the Republic of Moldova; as well as the first sanctions after the analysis of the financial reports regarding the financing of the electoral campaign are the main headlines of the media.

Eight foreign ministers from the Nordic-Baltic 8 are coming to Chisinau next week

Eight ministers of foreign affairs from the Nordic-Baltic 8 (NB-8): Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden, will pay a visit to Chisinau on Tuesday, October 15. The officials will be hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi.