Bucharest Court of Appeal upholds ban on Ion Ceban in Romania and Schengen area

On Thursday, September 11, the Bucharest Court of Appeal denied the request made by Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban to lift the ban on his entry into Romania and the entire Schengen area. Ceban's legal team announced their intention to appeal this decision to the Supreme Court of Justice, reports Free Europe.

Police seize cash and documents in voter corruption case using mobile apps

On Thursday, September 11, police officers and prosecutors seized sums of money in various currencies, phones, laptops, bank documents, cards, and lists of individuals participating in the protests during 15 searches conducted in several locations across the country. These actions targeted a group of individuals with specific roles who allegedly attempted to corrupt voters for the benefit of the criminal organization "Sor" in anticipation of the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28, as announced by the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP).

Ialoveni group promising quick online profits dismantled, 8 detained

Eight individuals, aged between 19 and 49, were detained by the police on suspicion of orchestrating an online fraud scheme. According to the General Inspectorate of Police, this criminal group operated both in the Republic of Moldova and internationally.

Ex-SIS deputy director Alexandru Bălan detained 30 days in Romania

Alexandru Bălan, the former deputy head of the Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) of the Republic of Moldova, was placed under preventive arrest for 30 days, according to Romanian media reports. This court decision can be appealed. He is accused of disclosing state secrets concerning Romania to KGB officers in Belarus.

MAI confirms: Vladimir Plahotniuc to be brought to Moldova on September 25

Former Democratic leader Vladimir Plahotniuc is expected to be extradited to the Republic of Moldova on September 25, 2025. The information was confirmed by the Minister of Internal Affairs IMAI), Daniella Misail-Nichitin, after the government meeting on Wednesday, September 10.

Ex-SIS deputy director, accused of treason in Romania, detained for 24 hours

Alexandru Bălan, the former deputy of the Republic of Moldova's intelligence service accused of leaking secret information to the Belarusian KGB, was detained for 24 hours, according to G4Media sources. He was questioned at DIICOT for about eight hours, G4Media writes.

Former Moldovan spy arrested in Romania on treason charges

A former top intelligence official is being investigated for allegedly passing state secrets to Belarusian security services, according to reports.

Greece’s Ministry of Justice has reportedly approved Plahotniuc’s extradition to Moldova, his lawyer

Greece’s Ministry of Justice has reportedly approved all three extradition requests submitted by Chișinău authorities regarding Vladimir Plahotniuc, according to his lawyer, Lucian Rogac. Moldova’s Ministry of Justice has not yet confirmed the information.

Former Moldovan MP Vladimir Andronachi faces new money laundering charges

Prosecutors in Moldova are seeking to have former Democratic Party MP Vladimir Andronachi held in pre-trial detention.

Deputy Prosecutor General promotes vetting

Sergiu Russu, one of the two deputies to the prosecutor general, has demonstrated high integrity. The prosecutors' evaluation commission has completed the assessment of his financial and ethical integrity.

Telegram leaks: Șor’s firms used to undermine Moldova’s democracy

Ilan Shor, who was convicted and is currently evading the justice system in the Republic of Moldova by hiding in Moscow, reportedly manages at least six companies. These companies employ individuals from the Republic of Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Israel, and Tajikistan. Through these businesses, he orchestrates various activities aimed at undermining democratic processes in several former Soviet states, including the Republic of Moldova.

Interior Ministry confirms ex-MP Țuțu’s release: He bought a ticket

Constantin Țuțu, who was detained alongside Vladimir Plahotniuc in Greece on July 22, 2025, was released. He purchased a plane ticket from Athens to the Republic of Moldova and is expected to arrive in Chișinău on September 4. This information was confirmed by the Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin, prior to the Government meeting on September 3.