Moldova dismisses FSB espionage claims as public manipulation attempt

Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of a Russian citizen in Moscow, alleging the individual was acting as an agent for the Moldovan special services. The FSB claims the suspect was on a mission to undermine Russian national security when detained.

Moldova faces scrutiny over labor rights violations while holding Council of Europe Presidency

The European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR) has released its 2025 conclusions, revealing significant gaps in how 45 signatory states, including the Republic of Moldova, implement the European Social Charter.

Traditional Transnistria reintegration is dead: Chiveri outlines new 'quiet' alignment path

Moldovan Vice Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, announced a major shift in the country's approach to the Transnistrian conflict. During a broadcast on Moldova 1 on January 21, Chiveri stated that traditional reintegration plans are no longer feasible due to Tiraspol’s refusal to engage in dialogue and the volatile regional geopolitical landscape.

Chisinau negotiates transit through Transnistria as ice blocks Molovata ferry

Moldovan authorities have secured a fragile compromise with Tiraspol to ensure food and medicine reach the Cocieri plateau after thick ice halted the Molovata ferry. The river crossing, the only direct link to the region that bypasses separatist checkpoints, was suspended on January 14 due to extreme temperatures.

Chisinau supports 75,000 Transnistrian citizens as energy uncertainty threatens breakaway enclave

Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, warned on January 21 that the risk of a total natural gas cutoff in the Transnistria region remains critical. The breakaway enclave has operated under a state of economic emergency for over a year, triggered by geopolitical shifts and energy sector blockades.

Trump's Arctic ambitions: New US-NATO deal replaces trade threats

U.S. President Donald Trump backed away from plans to impose trade tariffs on several European nations on Wednesday, ending a standoff linked to his interest in Greenland. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the American leader explicitly excluded the use of force and signaled a potential deal with Western allies regarding Arctic security and resources.

Holocaust education week: Moldovan students to engage in nationwide commemorative activities

Moldovan schools will observe Holocaust Remembrance Day from January 26 to 30, 2026, through a series of educational and commemorative events. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) issued a nationwide directive urging schools to promote tolerance and critical understanding of recent history.

Prime Minister Munteanu at Davos: Moldova reaches 90% reform milestone for new EU funding

During the World Economic Forum, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu secured continued support for Moldova’s European trajectory in high-level meetings with EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso.

Modernizing cancer care: Moldova eyes CAR-T therapy and surgical upgrades

The Oncology Institute in Chisinau is set to introduce advanced leukemia treatments and bone marrow transplants. This development follows a strategic exchange with Israeli experts focused on life-saving technologies for severe lymphatic cancers.

New trilateral economic alliance aims to unlock EU funds for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction

Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine are establishing a Trilateral Chamber of Commerce as a joint strategic framework to coordinate economic efforts for Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.

Prime Minister Munteanu at WEF: Western unity is essential to counter Russia’s wartime economy

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu declared on Wednesday, January 21, that Moldova has officially moved beyond the geopolitical "gray zone" to align with European efforts in defending democracy and peace.

Kyiv residents evacuate capital amid freezing blackout crisis

Roughly 600,000 residents have fled Kyiv as relentless Russian missile and drone strikes continue to devastate Ukraine's power grid. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the exodus to Agence France-Presse, citing a total loss of electricity and heating in many districts.