Trump extends pause on Iran energy strikes until April 6

President Donald Trump announced late Thursday a 10-day extension of the current suspension of military strikes against Iran’s energy infrastructure.

Red alerts issued as extreme winter weather hits Central Europe

Authorities have issued red weather warnings across several European countries as an Arctic blast brings heavy snow, sleet, and violent winds to the continent. The highest alert levels are currently in effect for Croatia, Greece, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, and Italy.

Moldova faces peak-hour power blackouts after Russian strikes

Moldova faces a potential electricity deficit of up to 25% during peak hours on Friday, 27 March, state energy trader Energocom has warned. The shortfall follows Russian drone strikes that severed a critical cross-border interconnection with Romania.

Moldova to switch to Daylight Saving Time on Sunday

The Republic of Moldova will officially switch to Daylight Saving Time (DST) this weekend, setting clocks forward by one hour. At 03:00 on Sunday, 29 March, time will advance to 04:00.

Moldova railway operator doubles revenue amid recovery

Moldova’s state railway operator, Calea Ferată din Moldova (CFM), is showing signs of financial recovery despite ongoing liquidity pressures. Infrastructure Minister Vladimir Bolea announced that the company has significantly reduced its wage backlog, transitioning from a nine-month delay last year to paying February 2024 salaries.

Former Moldovan official jailed for 9 years in budget graft case

A former Moldovan Deputy Minister of Finance was sentenced to nine years in prison on Thursday for active and passive corruption. The Chisinau Court found the official guilty of attempting to use public funds to settle her family's private construction debts.

Moldova to mandate country-of-origin labels in larger shops

Moldovan lawmakers approved a draft law on Thursday requiring grocery stores larger than 50 square metres to clearly display the country of origin for all food products. The initiative, proposed by the ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), aims to increase the visibility of local goods and help consumers make informed choices.

Moldova marks Purple Day as 60,000 battle epilepsy stigma

Approximately 60,000 people in Moldova live with epilepsy, a chronic neurological condition that remains shrouded in social misconception despite significant medical progress. On March 26, the country joined the global community in marking "Purple Day" to increase awareness and support for those affected.

Moldova, Transnistria to resume '1+1' talks in April

Moldova and its breakaway region of Transnistria are scheduled to hold a new round of "1+1" diplomatic talks in mid-April. The meeting will focus on education and environmental protection, according to officials in Chisinau.

Moldova rules out Transnistria power plant amid energy crisis

Moldova has declared a 60-day state of emergency in its energy sector starting 25 March. The decision follows Russian drone strikes that severed critical import lines, forcing the government to rule out the MGRES power plant as a viable backup.

Defense Ministry proposes six-week military training for students and young adults over 27

A new military training program may be established in the Republic of Moldova. The Ministry of Defense is proposing a six-week training course aimed at students and young people up to 27 years old.

Vladimir Andronachi and Victor Osipov placed in 30-day preventive arrest

Former Democratic MP Vladimir Andronachi and former Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Victor Osipov, were placed in pretrial detention for 30 days.