Fatal gas blast hits Shchuchinsk cafe near residential complex

Six people have died and approximately 20 others were injured following a gas explosion at a cafe in Kazakhstan. The regional emergency situations department reported the incident on February 26, according to official statements.

Moldovan villages to compete for €30,000 EU grants in historic NEB Boost debut

The Republic of Moldova is now eligible to participate in the "NEB Boost" program, a landmark initiative launched by the European Commission. The scheme identifies and funds innovative projects that transform local communities into aesthetic, sustainable, and inclusive spaces.

Trilateral peace breakthrough: Zelenskyy eyes March meeting in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans for a high-level trilateral summit involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates in early March.

Governance failure: officials pocket public funds for partisan gatherings without quorum

Chisinau municipal councilors are under fire for receiving allowances of approximately €150 (approx. 3,000 MDL) for sessions that never officially took place. Despite failing to pass a municipal budget for nearly two years, officials continue to collect payments for failed attempts to convene.

Open war: Pakistan hits Afghan capital in major military escalation

Pakistan launched extensive airstrikes and ground assaults against Taliban government targets in major Afghan cities overnight on Friday, February 27, marking a drastic escalation in regional tensions.

New contract signed to finalize first national theatre built since independence

Moldova’s Minister of Culture, Cristian Jardan, has officially signed the final construction contract to complete the Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu Theatre in Cahul. The project marks a historic milestone as the first dedicated theatre building constructed in the country since it gained independence.

From Soviet nostalgia to hybrid war: Irina Nechit’s "Melania’s Advice" hits the shelves

Renowned poet and journalist Irina Nechit has marked a career milestone with the launch of her latest drama collection, Melania’s Advice (Sfaturile Melaniei). The event took place at the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Chisinau.

Human toll of war: Ukraine’s missing person list reaches 90,000 as casualties remain disputed

Approximately 90,000 Ukrainians have been reported missing since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion four years ago. Artur Dobroserdov, the State Commissioner for Persons Missing under Special Circumstances, disclosed the figure on Thursday.

Efficiency vs. Representation: The legal hurdles of Moldova’s local government reform

The Republic of Moldova is navigating a complex administrative overhaul as it prepares for the voluntary amalgamation of its local authorities. This reform aims to consolidate one of Europe’s most fragmented landscapes, where fewer than 2.5 million residents are currently served by nearly 900 town halls and 32 districts.

Parliament approves plan to review 354 draft laws in 2026

The deputies will review a total of 354 draft normative acts this year. Of these, 314 projects are included in the National Program for the Republic of Moldova's Accession to the European Union for the years 2025–2029. Additionally, they will consider the ratification of 18 international treaties and a series of acts resulting from the implementation of decisions made by the Constitutional Court. They will also review 48 annual reports from public authorities and institutions. The legislative program for 2026 was approved during the plenary session on February 26.

Valeriu Chiveri proposes Romanian-language teaching in all eastern district schools from September 1

After a break of over a year, Chisinau and Tiraspol resumed negotiations in a 1+1 format. Valeriu Chiveri, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, met with Vitali Ignatiev, the envoy of the separatist regime. The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Mission in Tiraspol.

Valeriu Chiveri announces in Tiraspol a “convergence” fund to boost reintegration

The Government of the Republic of Moldova is committed to resolving the Transnistrian conflict solely through peaceful, political, and diplomatic negotiations. This approach will respect the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.