Gagauzia faces institutional crisis over elections

Gagauzia's autonomous region is facing a major institutional deadlock. The current mandate of its People's Assembly is about to expire, and the region's governor, Evghenia Guțul, has been sentenced to seven years in prison in a first-instance ruling.

Moldova weather: Yellow warnings for heat and fire

Forecasters have issued a yellow heat warning for the south of the country. This warning is in effect for August 9 and 10.

Putin's potential Ukraine deal with Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin may request official recognition of occupied Ukrainian territories during an upcoming summit with Donald Trump, The Moscow Times reports, citing The Wall Street Journal and European and Ukrainian diplomats.

Chișinău's budget deadlock: A political spectacle

Chișinău continues to operate without an approved budget for the current year.

Guțul's conviction sparks political row in Gagauzia

The People’s Assembly and the Executive Committee of Gagauzia have deemed the conviction of Bashkan Evghenia Guțul "illegal" and "politically motivated" in the case of the former Șor Party's illegal financing.

Sculptor Dumitru Verdianu’s solo exhibition in Chișinău

A solo exhibition by sculptor Dumitru Verdianu, a native of Chișinău who has been based in Vienna, Austria, for over 30 years, has opened at the National Museum of Art of Moldova.

Tusk suggests Ukraine war pause is close

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday, August 8, after a discussion with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, that a pause in the war in Ukraine could be close, according to Reuters.

Summer health risks: Are AC units making you sick?

Even during the warm season, respiratory infections persist. According to the National Prehospital Emergency Medical Service, there were over 1,600 related calls last week.

Trump's 15% tariff and the future of EU trade

Thursday, August 7th, was a day of mourning for European industries, businesses, and manufacturers.

Israel's war on Hamas: Gaza City offensive looms

Israel's Security Cabinet approved a plan to destroy the radical Islamist movement Hamas and take control of Gaza City, according to international agencies AP and Reuters, who announced the decision on Friday, August 8.

NBM shifts policy to boost economic growth

Inflation is expected to continue its decline in the coming months, and financing costs will fall after the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) decided to lower its monetary policy rate.

France battles largest wildfire in decades

France is battling its largest wildfire in decades. At least one person is dead and 13 are injured, including residents and firefighters.