UAE withdraws from OPEC and OPEC+ alliance

The United Arab Emirates, one of the world's largest oil producers, is exiting the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the broader OPEC+ cartel. The expanded alliance includes over 20 nations, notably Russia.

Fast-track to civil service in Moldova

Young professionals can now apply for a new round of paid public service internships, jointly sponsored by the European Union and the Moldovan government. Launched on April 28 at the "Ion Creanga" State Pedagogical University in Chisinau, the program offers 146 placements across 48 public institutions.

Drunk ex-officer on trial for firing gun at precinct

A former Moldovan police officer will stand trial for aggravated hooliganism after firing seven shots inside a Chișinău precinct. The incident occurred while the off-duty officer was intoxicated.

Sandu: EU by 2030, unification up to Moldovan voters

Reuniting Moldova and Romania could accelerate Chișinău's path to the European Union, according to President Maia Sandu. However, such a decision must be made by a majority of citizens. Sandu outlined these views in an interview published on April 28 by the French newspaper Le Monde.

Moldova aligns human trafficking fight with EU

Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) convened the National Committee for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings to assess state prevention measures and current challenges.

Popșoi: Defense investment key to countering drone threats

Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi announced that Moldova will prioritize long-term defense investments over impulsive diplomatic reprisals following the discovery of a Russian drone in the capital.

Moldova trades traitor for SIS agents

A US-backed international swap freed two Moldovan Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) officers from Russian captivity. The multilateral operation took several months and actively involved the United States, Poland, and Romania.

World Bank warns of global economic shock

The World Bank warns that global energy prices will surge by 24 percent this year. This marks the highest peak since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The baseline forecast depends on Middle East supply disruptions easing by May.

Occult market booms in wartime Russia

The demand for fortune tellers, tarot readers, and astrologers is surging in Russia. Experts say citizens are turning to mystical rituals to find comfort amid the ongoing war and widespread instability.

Environment Ministry targets car wash pollution in cleanup

Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder announced that authorities imposed fines totaling €51,000 (approx. 1,000,000 MDL) following a massive crackdown on car washes last month.

Historic Prut river bridge to open in 2027

Construction on the first highway-level bridge over the Prut River in over 60 years has officially reached the halfway mark. The strategic infrastructure project, linking Zagarancea in the Republic of Moldova to Ungheni in Romania, will provide a direct connection to the forthcoming A8 Highway.

New automated stations to track Dniester flow by year-end

The Ministry of Environment will install 15 automated water flow monitoring stations along the Dniester River by November 2026. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder announced that these digital systems will replace outdated manual stations, providing authorities with real-time data on water levels and potential environmental risks.