EU will approve military aid package for the Republic of Moldova

On April 9, the EU will green-light the bloc's biggest-ever lethal military aid package to the Republic of Moldova, worth 20 million euros. According to the proposal, seen by RFE/RL, the money will cover eight short-range air-defense systems consisting of about eight launchers and approximately 24 missiles.

500 million for villages and 100 million for Chisinau through the "Europe is Close" and "European Courtyard" programs

Citizens from 100 localities in the Republic of Moldova will benefit from investments aimed at repairing and building roads and sidewalks through the new program "Europe is Close", launched by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development (MIDR). Additionally, the courtyards of apartment buildings in Chișinău and its suburbs will be renovated under the program "European Courtyard". This was announced by Vladimir Bolea, the Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development.

Moldova's EU path: Justice reform remains key hurdle

The Republic of Moldova has made significant strides towards European integration, and the efforts of the authorities in Chișinău are recognized by all countries of the European Union.

Moldova passes emergency budget amendment for 2025

On Monday, April 7, Parliament urgently approved the bill amending the state budget for 2025.

Moldova remembers April 7: A call to defend democracy

Freedom doesn’t come automatically. It must be defended every single day—especially when it is challenged by those who seek to keep people in fear and strip them of hope.

Moldova's April 7 protests: Justice still elusive after 16 years

April 7, 2025, marks the 16th anniversary of the violent protests in Moldova—an event that left an indelible mark on the country’s history.

Parliament voted to amend the Amnesty Law and the Penal Code

Parliament has voted to amend the Amnesty Law, specifically targeting an article that previously permitted certain prisoners, including those serving life sentences, to benefit from both sentence reduction and conditional release simultaneously. Under the new amendment, a convicted individual who has had their sentence reduced or commuted will no longer be eligible for parole until they have served their entire sentence.

Olesa Stamate's first reaction after she was expelled from PAS: "I know the truth and my soul is at peace"

Olesea Stamate has publicly responded following the Action and Solidarity Party's decision to expel her from the party. The former MP expressed her understanding of her colleagues' decision in light of the recent political context and the attacks she faced. However, she stands by her actions, asserting that they were both correct and legal.

Trump’s tariffs spark global backlash and trade war fears

U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose retaliatory tariffs on imports has drawn sharp criticism worldwide.

Moldova announces 8 billion lei for infrastructure and social support

Prime Minister Dorin Recean announced that approximately 8 billion lei (~$445,000,000) will be allocated this year for strategic investments and social measures.

Trump announces major tariff hike on U.S. imports

The United States has announced a significant increase in tariffs on most imported goods.

UK sanctions pro-Russian NGO Evrazia over Moldova referendum fraud

On Wednesday, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on the pro-Russian NGO Evrazia, claiming it attempted to fraudulently influence the referendum on Moldova's EU accession and undermine the country's democratic processes, according to the British Foreign Office, as reported by Reuters.