The "Kuliok" case at the Supreme Court of Justice

On Thursday, 21 August, several leaders and supporters of Moldova’s Party of Socialists (PSRM) staged a protest in front of the government headquarters in Chișinău.

Israel’s military operation targets Gaza, mobilizes 60,000 reservists

Israel has launched the first phase of its planned assault on Gaza City and has already taken control of a suburb, Israeli military spokesperson Effie Defrin announced on Wednesday night. The announcement came via Reuters, citing Agerpres.

Drones join police to fight traffic violations

Drivers are being warned that from Wednesday, they will face surveillance from police drones, not just ground patrols.

Putin's decree offers Moldovans a path to residency

While Russia intensifies its crackdown on illegal immigrants, it has offered a temporary amnesty to Moldovan citizens, allowing them to legalise their residency until 1 January next year.

Post-conflict guarantees for Ukraine: The NATO-Trump plan

NATO military leaders from the US and Europe have discussed online post-conflict security guarantees for Ukraine, following a promise from Donald Trump to help the war-torn country.

NATO-lite' plan for Ukraine

European leaders are discussing a new security guarantee model for Ukraine, proposed by Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, according to a DW report citing Bloomberg.

Moldova's elections: Candidates registered, geopolitics dominate

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has registered 12 electoral candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections on 28 September. It is also reviewing a further 18 applications from 13 political parties and five independent candidates.

Moldova to improve rehab with $2.1M grant

Moldova will receive a $2.1m grant to improve medical rehabilitation services, it has been announced. The funds are for prevention and rehabilitation for patients at high risk of cardiovascular diseases, including strokes and heart attacks.

Admissions surge at Moldova's top universities

Nearly 28,000 students have applied for a place at university in Moldova this year. According to the Ministry of Education, this represents a record number of applications.

Vienna to Host Eurovision Song Contest 2026

Vienna will host the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, Austrian public broadcaster ORF announced on Wednesday, 20 August. The Austrian capital beat out Innsbruck to win the bid, according to reports by DW.

Moldova's Diaspora hub: Strengthening ties with citizens abroad

Moldova's government has approved a new program to better connect with its citizens living abroad. The "Diaspora Engagement Hub", which will run from 2026 to 2028, will support educational, cultural, and civic projects.

European leaders plan troop deployment in Ukraine

European leaders have discussed a plan to send British and French troops to Ukraine as part of a potential future peace deal between Kyiv and Moscow.