The Republic of Moldova will receive €60 million for defense strengthening
The European Union will provide €60 million in 2025 to enhance the Republic of Moldova’s defense capabilities, announced the President of the European Council António Costa. He emphasized the importance of EU support for regional security.
Daniela Savin
António Costa: First €300 million installment of EU support for the Republic of Moldova available in April
The first €300 million in funding from the EU’s €1.9 billion Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova will be disbursed by the end of April, announced the President of the European Council António Costa during a press conference alongside Moldovan President Maia Sandu. According to Costa, this financial support is aimed at boosting the Republic of Moldova’s economy and attracting investments. He also condemned Russia’s use of energy as a weapon against Chișinău, calling it unacceptable. However, he reaffirmed that the EU and its member states remain strongly committed to supporting Moldova.
Eliza Mihalache
President of the European Council Antonio Costa pays a working visit to Chișinău
The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, is on a working visit to Chisinau on Monday, March 3. The official will meet with the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu.
Rodica Mazur
Electricity compensation for Moldovan businesses explained
Electricity compensation for businesses has already been transferred to their bank accounts. This includes a textile company that received 43,000 lei (2,200 euro) for the month of January.
Marina Negară
Israel halts aid to Gaza after ceasefire expires
Israel suspended the entry of aid into Gaza following the expiration of the first phase of the ceasefire with Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused the Islamist group of rejecting a proposal to extend the ceasefire and warned of further consequences if the disagreement continued.
Rodica Dimitriu
Serbia protests: Thousands demand change amid corruption scandal
Tens of thousands attended a protest organized by Serbian students under the slogan “We Deserve More,” according to Euronews.
U.S. halts cyber operations against Russia amid Ukraine talks
The United States has halted its cyber operations against Russia. According to U.S. media, the order issued by the Secretary of Defense of Cyber Command is part of President Donald Trump's efforts to negotiate an end to Russia's war in Ukraine, which critics view as favoring Moscow, as reported by the Washington Post.
Zelensky vs. Trump: Heated debate divides U.S. politicians
The heated exchange of words between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday divided opinions among U.S. politicians, with the majority of Republicans supporting the American president, according to BBC.
UK, France, and Ukraine propose ceasefire plan to US
Regatul Unit, Franța, Ucraina și, posibil, alte țări vor dezvolta un plan de încetare a focului care va fi prezentat Statelor Unite, a declarat premierul britanic Keir Starmer într-un interviu acordat pentru BBC, pe 2 martie.
Rachel Reeves signs £2.26 billion loan for Ukraine with Russian assets
The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, signed a £2.26 billion loan agreement with Ukraine, which will be repaid through profits from frozen Russian sovereign assets, Reuters reports.
Moldova marks 33 years since the Nistru War with tributes
On March 2, Moldova commemorated the 33rd anniversary of the Nistru War, honoring those who fought and lost their lives in the conflict.
Moldova roads: Winter impact and maintenance
Winter conditions are impacting traffic on national roads and in Chisinau.