Ambassador Lilian Darii summoned by Russia

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation summoned the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Moscow, Lilian Darii, today, January 27, to convey an official protest regarding recent statements made by a political party in Chișinău. According to the statement issued by the Russian diplomacy, the declarations contained "unfounded accusations" against the Russian ambassador to Chișinău and "calls for his expulsion and the restriction of the activities of the Russian embassy."

Tiraspol wants 3 million cubic meters of gas as a loan. Sources: "Chișinău is at an advanced stage of negotiations"

The self-proclaimed authorities in Tiraspol are requesting a loan of three million cubic meters of gas from Chișinău to cover the needs of the Transnistrian region. A special commission from Chișinău is expected to analyze this request during the day, according to the press from Tiraspol. Sources close to the Government mentioned that Chișinău is at an advanced stage of negotiations to identify transparent solutions to the energy crisis in the Transnistrian region. Their success could put an end to the prolonged crisis, help people on both sides of the Nistru, and end the Russian energy blackmail.

The energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova on the agenda of the EU Foreign Affairs Council

The energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova will be addressed today, January 27, at the meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council taking place in Brussels, announces the diplomacy from Bucharest. During the meeting, the foreign ministers of EU member states will discuss the support provided to the Republic of Moldova in the context of current energy challenges. The topic is part of the agenda dedicated to current affairs, which also includes developments in Georgia.

The number of respiratory infection cases is increasing in Chisinau

The number of viral disease cases is rising in Chisinau and hospital beds are at their limit. These statements were made by the deputy head of the General Directorate of Medical and Social Assistance, Vladimir Bolocan, during a city hall meeting. According to him, approximately 2000 cases of acute viral respiratory infections were recorded in Chișinău, with this number increasing over the weekend.

Raids in Bălți. A deputy mayor and a deputy head of the Education Department detained for corruption

A deputy mayor and a deputy head of the Department of Education, Youth and Sports of the Bălți Municipality have been detained by the National Anti-Corruption Center (CNA), being suspected of involvement in several episodes of influence peddling, passive and active bribery.

Correspondence Dan Alexe // The Presidency of Poland and finally a pro-EU agenda

"Our future is in our hands, not in those of the Chinese or Americans, and we should not be afraid," said Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk before the European Parliament when presenting his country's priorities for the six months of Poland's presidency of the EU Council. Under the motto "Security—Europe!" Warsaw has chosen to place security and defense at its European agenda. Poland's EU presidency in the first half of 2025 will focus on the integration of Ukraine and the enlargement of the EU, strengthening EU-US relations, rebuilding Ukraine after the war, and ensuring energy security in the EU.

Press Review // Why Krasnoselski refuses Ukraine's help, which would immediately end the energy crisis

The media in the Republic of Moldova commented on Ukraine's willingness to send coal to the Transnistrian region of the Republic of Moldova, thus ending the energy crisis caused by Russia after it interrupted the supply of natural gas to the left bank of the Nistru.

Maia Sandu, at Auschwitz-Birkenau: "We must be united against hatred and work for peace"

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, alongside 30 other world leaders, is participating today in the commemoration ceremony of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. In a message posted on social media, Maia Sandu emphasized the importance of preserving the memory of the Holocaust and promoting peace.

Expert: This year's parliamentary elections are a real challenge for the Republic of Moldova

This year's parliamentary elections are a real challenge for Moldova. The statement was made by international relations expert Robert Lupițu on Moldova 1's program Diplomatic Dimension. In this regard, the expert says that the authorities must ensure that the European course remains safe and that the European money coming to our country is directed to the needs of the population.

Transnistrian region on the brink of energy collapse

The Transnistrian region has gas left for only a few days, and coal for power generation will be enough for two weeks at most. Therefore, a solution to the energy crisis must be found as soon as possible. The statement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Serebrian on Moldova 1's Scaner program. According to him, a decision must be taken regardless of whether Russia will resume gas supplies to the region.

Maia Sandu will attend the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau camp

Moldovan President Maia Sandu will participate on January 27 in the ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. The event, organized at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, will bring together over 30 world leaders to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust.

Costești customs post activity will be suspended on January 28

The Costești customs post activity will be suspended on January 28 between 09:00 and 17:00 to carry out maintenance and modernization works on the electricity supply system, informs the Customs Service.