Russia rejects responsibility for Dniester pollution after Moldovan formal protest

The Russian Embassy in Chisinau has dismissed allegations regarding its involvement in the pollution of the Dniester River. The denial follows a formal protest by Moldovan authorities after an attack on the Novodnestrovsk hydroelectric plant in Ukraine.

PHOTO | Over 130 EU cars dismantled in Moldova; seized by law enforcement

More than 130 cars that were illegally imported into the Republic of Moldova from the European Union have been confiscated by Customs Service officers as part of a smuggling investigation. The vehicles were seized during 20 searches conducted in various locations across the Republic of Moldova.

Ludmila Vartic case moved to Chișinău; over 30 people questioned

The investigation into the death of Ludmila Vartic was moved from Hâncești and will now be conducted by the Râșcani District Prosecutor's Office in Chișinău. Also, Petru Ciubotaru, the director of Hâncești District Hospital, resigned on March 18 after admitting that he failed to notify law enforcement in November 2025 when Vartic arrived at the hospital following a suicide attempt.

Mayor of Causeni, detained for a bribe of 89 thousand lei

Alexandru Donțu, the mayor of Căușeni, was detained on March 18th by anti-corruption officers for allegedly soliciting a bribe of 89,300 lei, equivalent to nearly 4,500 euros, in exchange for awarding a contract.

Four men from Hâncești and Strășeni sold EU-stolen cars in Moldova; face up to 10 years

Cars stolen from European Union countries are smuggled into the Republic of Moldova and sold through specialized online platforms. This scheme was operated by a group of four men originally from the Hâncești and Strășeni districts.

The Nistru River pollution under criminal investigation

The Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Moldova has officially launched and registered a criminal case concerning the significant pollution of the Nistru with petroleum products. This pollution was caused by the Russian attack on the Novodnestrovsk hydroelectric power plant in Ukraine.

From legislation to enforcement: Moldova gears up for 2028 international financial scrutiny

The Republic of Moldova is set to overhaul its national framework for preventing money laundering and terrorism financing. The new 2026-2030 National Program aims to accelerate suspicious transaction detection, enhance criminal investigations, and optimize the recovery of illicit assets.

Four of the seven Turkish teachers illegally extradited from Moldova in 2018 were released

Four of the seven Turkish teachers who were illegally extradited from the Republic of Moldova in 2018 were released from Turkish prisons. This information was revealed during a meeting of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe.

Vetting Commission again found no integrity issues with prosecutor Alexandru Cernei

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Alexandru Cernei has no ethical or financial integrity issues. The Prosecutors Evaluation Commission again confirmed that Cernei meets the integrity criteria.

Chisinau denounces Kremlin-backed institutional sabotage in autonomous Gagauzia

Moldova’s central authorities are awaiting a pivotal ruling from the Constitutional Court regarding the legality of electoral regulations in the autonomous region of Gagauzia.

Member states authorize historic release of 400 million barrels to counter supply disruptions

The 32 member nations of the International Energy Agency (IEA) announced on Wednesday a historic decision to release 400 million barrels of oil from their strategic reserves.

Legal vacuum: Breakaway region becomes sanctuary for high-profile Moldovan convicts

More than 200 individuals convicted or facing court orders in Moldova are currently hiding in the Transnistrian region. Minister of Internal Affairs Daniella Misail-Nichitin warns that constitutional authorities remain unable to enforce judicial decisions in the separatist territory.