Court presents arrest warrants as Plahotniuc fails to appear

The arrest warrants for Vladimir Plahotniuc were issued on Friday, September 26, by the magistrates of the Chisinau Court based in Ciocana, in his absence. The former democratic leader did not appear in court, citing health issues.

Oligarch Plahotniuc returned to Moldova: Sandu warns of bribery risk

The detention and extradition of former Moldovan politician Vladimir Plahotniuc is "good news for everyone," but his court cases remain a "critical test" for the national justice system, according to President Maia Sandu.

Vladimir Plahotniuc: Moldova detains former leader after 6 years on the run

Moldovan authorities are finalising the paperwork for the detention of Vladimir Plahotniuc, based on the four arrest warrants previously issued in his name.

Vladimir Plahotniuc extradition: The billion dollar theft case explained

Vladimir Plahotniuc, a highly controversial former politician and businessman, is being extradited to the Republic of Moldova six years after fleeing the country.

Former Moldova leader Vladimir Plahotniuc extradited on fraud charges

Moldova's Justice Minister, Veronica Mihailov-Moraru, has announced that former Democratic Party leader Vladimir Plahotniuc is to be extradited to the country on Thursday.

Moldova accuses Russian security services of backing 'mass riots plot'

Moldovan prosecutors have requested 30-day pre-trial detention for 12 people arrested in connection with their participation in military camps in Serbia.

Raids in Romania: Candidate Victoria Furtună among those targeted

Police officers from the Iași County Police Inspectorate conducted a series of searches targeting individuals from the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine, or Russia who reside in Romania. According to judicial sources, one of the individuals targeted is Victoria Furtună, a former prosecutor and candidate in the parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova. She is affiliated with fugitive oligarch Ilan Șor and is known for her support of pro-Russian sentiments, as reported by Stiripesurse.ro.

Vladimir Plahotniuc is set to be extradited to Chișinău on September 25

Former Democratic leader Vladimir Plahotniuc is reportedly set to be extradited to Moldova on September 25, according to his lawyer, Lucian Rogac. Moldovan authorities have not yet made any official announcement regarding bringing the oligarch to Chișinău to face trial.

Two investigators convicted of influence peddling: demanded 20,000 lei, fined 150,000 lei each

Two investigation officers were fined 150,000 lei each and banned from holding public office for five years after being found guilty of influence peddling.

Over 70 detained for Serbia riot training aimed at destabilizing Moldova

More than 70 individuals were detained for 72 hours following a large-scale operation conducted on Monday morning throughout the Republic of Moldova. Law enforcement officers executed over 250 searches targeting 111 people, including some who are currently in prison. This criminal case, which was initiated in July of this year, relates to the preparation of mass disturbances and destabilization efforts coordinated from outside the country, aiming to disrupt the upcoming election on September 28.

Internationally wanted: Constantin Țuțu faces criminal case for border violation

Former Democratic MP Constantin Țuțu was placed under international surveillance due to accusations of illicit enrichment and influence peddling. The Chișinău Court based in Buiucani, made this decision on Monday, September 22, at the request of prosecutors. Prosecutors also sought a 30-day preventive arrest; however, the court denied this request.

Hearing in bank fraud case postponed due to defender’s medical emergency

The court hearing scheduled for Monday, September 22, in the "bank fraud" case against Vladimir Plahotniuc, who is accused of creating and leading a criminal organization, was postponed once again. This time, Plahotniuc's lawyer cited health issues just before the hearing was set to begin and requested the intervention of an ambulance. As a result, the lawyer was attended to by a medical team. We remind you that at the previous hearing, he did not appear.