Parliament Speaker optimistic on Plahotniuc's cases: "External evaluation is yielding results"

The justice system in the Republic of Moldova is now better equipped to handle complex cases, including those involving former democratic leader Vladimir Plahotniuc. Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu believes that the ongoing external evaluations of judges and prosecutors are beginning to show positive results.

Romanian language summer camp: students from Taraclia and Gagauzia attend courses in Romania

In the last two weeks of August, a group of teenagers from southern Romania will travel to Romania to participate in intensive Romanian language courses as part of the Romanian Language Summer Camp. This training is supported by the Ministry of Education and Research of both Romania and the Republic of Moldova, as well as the Romanian Embassy in Chisinau.

Police warn Saturday’s protest is illegal; ex-Shor member: "A trap set in cold blood"

Police of the Republic of Moldova is warning citizens about the intentions of the criminal organization "Sor" to organize an illegal protest on Saturday, August 16. Dinu Țurcanu, a former member of the unconstitutional "Sor" Party and organizer of the anti-government protests of 2022–2023, cautioned that the demonstrations scheduled for August 16, 2025, could escalate into violence.

Would opening Moldova’s first negotiation cluster upset Ukraine? Maia Sandu: "It’s a political matter for the European Commission to resolve"

The process of accession to the European Union is based on the merits of each individual country and does not require that two or more nations progress at the same pace. This statement was made by President Maia Sandu in response to a report by Politico about a possible decision by the EU to open the first cluster of negotiations with the Republic of Moldova, rather than with Ukraine, which is currently facing obstacles from Hungary. The President emphasized that both the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine have met the necessary commitments for the next step in their integration process.

Maia Sandu: "Diaspora is key to Moldova’s present and future"

Moldovans living abroad play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Republic of Moldova, declared President Maia Sandu during her address to representatives of the diaspora at the Diaspora Congress on Friday, August 15, in Chisinau. The president urged the diaspora to remain united and vigilant against the increasing attempts to manipulate and corrupt voters as the parliamentary elections approach.

Greece travel alert: High wildfire risk

Moldovan citizens currently in, transiting through, or planning to travel to Greece are being cautioned by the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Athens about the ongoing high risk of forest fires. The Greek authorities issued this warning in response to extreme weather conditions, which include very high temperatures, low humidity, lack of rainfall, and strong winds.

ELECTIONS 2025 // Over 16,000 diaspora citizens notified the CEC they will vote abroad on September 28

The pre-registration process for citizens with the right to vote abroad, during which they declared their intention to vote in a specific location for the parliamentary elections on September 28, concluded on August 14. This year, 16,149 Moldovans living in the diaspora informed the authorities of their desire to cast their votes from abroad.

Politico: EU may decide on September 1 to open Moldova’s first negotiation cluster

The European Union is considering the possibility of opening the first negotiation chapter, titled "Fundamental Values," with the Republic of Moldova in early September this year. This would represent a significant advancement in Moldova's accession process. If this occurs, Moldova would surpass Ukraine in the negotiation timeline for the first time, which may cause concern in Kyiv, according to Politico.

Serious accident in Orhei: man dies, minor hospitalized; both were in a motor cultivator

A 44-year-old man died, and a 13-year-old boy was injured on Thursday evening following a road accident on the R6 route near the village of Fedoreuca, Orhei district. The two were in a motor cultivator when they were struck by a minibus, according to the Police of the Republic of Moldova.

Ex-communist MP Sergiu Stati convicted of illicit enrichment: nearly 2 million lei in illegal income

Sergiu Stati, a former communist MP and ex-ambassador with special missions, was convicted on August 14 by the Buiucani Court in Chisinau for illicit enrichment. The court imposed a fine of 450,000 lei and prohibited him from holding public positions for a period of 12 years.

81-year-old woman killed with an axe by jealous partner; man receives sentence

A 71-year-old man from Chisinau could spend the next 20 years in prison after killing his 81-year-old concubine. He split the victim's head open with an axe after seeing a man leaving their apartment.

Students studying abroad can access free medical services in Moldova

Students who study abroad can access free medical services when they return home, whether during the holidays or the school year.