Moldova Customs revenue exceeds €1B in H1 2026 amid smuggling push

Moldovan customs authorities intercepted over six million contraband cigarettes in the first half of 2026, including 550,000 cigarettes seized during a joint operation with Romanian border officials.

Moldova closes 73% of ECHR cases under CoE supervision

Moldova has successfully resolved 73% of all cases monitored by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe (CoE). The advancement highlights steady progress in implementing European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) judgments, despite persistent challenges in detention conditions and pre-trial detention reasoning.

National “Produs autohton” expo returns to Chisinau in August

The Moldexpo International Center will host the second edition of the "Produs autohton" (Local Product) national exhibition from August 28 to 30. This year’s event marks a significant scaling of Moldova’s commercial ambitions, with organizers expecting a record turnout of over 50,000 visitors.

Moldovan firefighters deploy to Greece for EU wildfire mission

A team of 24 firefighters from the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) will deploy to Greece on July 14. They will assist Greek authorities in combating severe forest fires across the country.

Sheriff Tiraspol downs Zimbru in Moldova's El Clasico

Sheriff Tiraspol secured a dominant 4-2 victory over rivals Zimbru Chisinau in the third round of the Moldovan Super Liga.

Moldova needs malpractice law to protect doctors and patients

Moldova’s lack of a modern medical malpractice framework harms both patients and healthcare workers, according to medical management expert Rodica Rusu-Gramma.

Human remains found in Dănceni lake investigation

Authorities in Moldova have launched a criminal investigation following the discovery of human remains in a lake near Dănceni, Ialoveni district. The remains were recovered on Sunday, July 12, by local authorities.

U.S. and Iran clash: Hormuz strait tensions mount

United States President Donald Trump asserted on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial traffic, despite escalating military confrontations between the U.S. and Iran. The situation has triggered significant global concern regarding the security of one of the world's most critical oil transit corridors.

Lithuania demands faster EU accession talks for Moldova and Ukraine

Lithuania has called for an immediate acceleration of EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova, urging Brussels to open all remaining negotiation chapters without delay.

Moldova opens EU cluster 6 negotiations in Brussels

The Republic of Moldova takes a significant step toward European integration this week. An intergovernmental conference in Brussels on July 14 marks the official opening of negotiations for Cluster 6, "External Relations."

Moldova housing market shrinks as affordability crisis deepens

Moldova's real estate market experienced a significant contraction in 2025. The number of completed apartments fell by 1,600 compared to 2024 and by 4,100 since 2023.

Moldova condemns Russian drone breach near Copanca

The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has condemned the violation of the nation's sovereign airspace by a Russian-made drone. The aircraft crashed and detonated near the village of Copanca in the Căușeni district.