Political deadlock cripples Chisinau budget as opposition sets social aid terms

The approval of Chisinau's 2026 municipal budget reached a new deadlock on January 30, after councilors from the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) boycotted the session. The opposition conditions their return on the inclusion of significant social and educational funding.

Government recommends early office closure as arctic front hits Moldova

Moldova’s State Hydrometeorological Service has issued a Yellow Warning for ice, glazed frost, and a sharp temperature drop across the country starting January 30.

US-Iran tensions: Experts warn of unprecedented human cost and IRGC coup risk

A military conflict between the United States and Iran would yield consequences far more devastating than recent wars in the Middle East, warned international relations expert Ioana Constantin-Bercean. Speaking on Moldova 1’s "ÎN CONTEXT" on January 29, she emphasized Iran’s pivotal role in the global hierarchy, noting that any escalation would likely draw direct support from China and Russia.

Political deadlock paralyzes Chisinau’s 2026 fiscal agenda amid subsidy disputes

The Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) failed to convene for a second consecutive day on January 30, as a boycott by opposition factions left the capital without an approved budget for 2026.

Car and cash seized as Moldova convict receives suspended sentence in ‘Șansa’ Party case

A Chisinau court has handed a four-year suspended sentence to a man involved in the illegal financing of political parties linked to the fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor. The ruling, issued on January 29, follows a plea bargain between the defendant and anti-corruption prosecutors.

Public broadcaster editor Daniela Crudu pivots to Government communications lead

Daniela Crudu, a prominent presenter for the public broadcaster Moldova 1, has officially transitioned from journalism to government communications.

Public TV taps digital talent for new late-night entertainment format

The national public broadcaster, Moldova 1, is set to premiere its latest entertainment project, “Show Central,” this evening, January 30. The program follows a classic late-night format, airing every Friday at 22:00.

Baltic Speakers to address Moldovan Legislature during high-level strategic visit

The Speakers of the Parliaments of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania will pay an official visit to Chisinau from February 2 to 4. Invited by the President of the Moldovan Parliament, Igor Grosu, the Baltic leaders will attend the solemn inauguration of the spring legislative session.

President Trump reports significant progress in Abu Dhabi peace negotiations

President Donald Trump announced significant progress in negotiations to end the conflict in Ukraine, disclosing a temporary "energy ceasefire" following a personal appeal to Vladimir Putin.

Winter travel warning issued for Northern Moldova as road crews launch de-icing operations

The State Road Administration (AND) reports that national roads in Northern Moldova are currently experiencing winter driving conditions as of Friday morning, January 30.

Moldova achieves 95% coverage in universal newborn hearing screening

Moldova has successfully achieved a 95% coverage rate for its universal newborn hearing screening program, meeting World Health Organization (WHO) standards. Since becoming mandatory in 2024, the free procedure ensures early detection of hearing impairments within the first days of life.

"Zero oil, zero money": US activates emergency powers against Cuba and its trade partners

U.S. President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on Thursday, January 29, citing "threats to national security and foreign policy" posed by the Cuban government.