Alexei Navalny commemorated in Chisinau

Former Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was commemorated in Chisinau today, one year after his death. Several supporters organized a march that started in front of the memorial stone to the victims of the Soviet occupation in the Great National Assembly Square. Later, they went to the Russian Embassy, where they laid flowers and lit candles.

WEEKLY REVIEW // Gas crisis, resignation of Iohannis, railway workers' protests and new tensions in the judiciary

The past week has been full of impactful events, both at local and international levels. From negotiations on gas supplies to the Transnistrian region to the announcement of the resignation of the Romanian president, the political scene has been marked by changes and strategic decisions. Justice and national security have also been in the spotlight, with new measures against corruption and incidents that have raised questions about the safety of citizens.

The US Department of Government Efficiency cancels the allocation of $22 million for the electoral processes in the Republic of Moldova

The Republic of Moldova is losing $22 million in financial support after the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, announced the cancellation of a $486 million fund intended for the "Consortium for Elections and Political Process Strengthening", which also includes our country. The decision was communicated through a post on X.

Over 67 thousand people visited the Republic of Moldova last year

In 2024, the number of foreign citizens who visited the Republic of Moldova through travel agencies increased by over 55 percent compared to 2023 and amounted to 67.6 thousand visitors. Most of the visitors were excursionists, meaning they came for a day of rest, recreation and leisure.

Former MP Dumitru Osipov passes away at 71

Former MP and scholar Dumitru Osipov died last night, at the age of 71. The sad news was announced by relatives and friends on social networks.

Chisinau discusses expanding collaboration to combat crime in the Munich Security Conference

The security of the borders and communities of the Republic of Moldova, the intensification of collaboration between the Republic of Moldova and INTERPOL, as well as the country's European integration, were the main topics addressed by the delegation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) during bilateral meetings with officials from Germany, the Netherlands and INTERPOL. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.

Alexei Navalny's supporters organize risky commemorative events, one year after the Russian opponent's death

One year after the death in prison of the Kremlin's main opponent, Alexei Navalny, his supporters are set to organize commemorative events on Sunday, including a visit to his grave in Moscow, despite the risk of reprisals from the authorities, AFP reports.

Moldovan President after the Munich Security Conference: "Peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine, nor Europe"

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, declared, after the Munich Security Conference, that a united Europe is the only path to peace, security, and prosperity and that peace in Ukraine "cannot be decided without Ukraine, nor Europe."

Comrat demands resumption of flights to Moscow and cancellation of elections in the Republic of Moldova. Government: "We do not accept illegal practices"

The participants in the congress of deputies and authorities of all levels in Comrat, convened today, adopted a resolution in which they demanded, among other things, the resumption of Chisinau-Moscow flights, although this is impossible because the airspace of Ukraine cannot be crossed due to the war provoked by the Russian Federation. They advocate for an address to the Venice Commission to annul the results of the presidential elections and the referendum on the country's accession to the European Union. Also, under the resolution, a request will be sent to the USA to examine how the Law on the special status of the Gagauzian Autonomous Region is being respected. The government in Chisinau rejects the accusations of non-respect for the region's autonomy and regards the congress's requests as an attempt at destabilization.

Victims of the Afghan War commemorated in Chisinau

Veterans of the Afghan War were commemorated on Saturday in Chisinau, 36 years after the withdrawal of Soviet troops from the country. The ceremony held at the “Sons of the Fatherland – Holy Memory” Memorial Complex was attended by officials, veterans and relatives of those who fell on the battlefield.

Plahotniuc targeted by Interpol: he appears on the official list of wanted persons

A week after being placed on the international wanted list, Vladimir Plahotniuc, the former leader of the Democratic Party of the Republic of Moldova, appeared on the official Interpol website, among the internationally wanted persons.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Meeting of the Lord

The Orthodox Christians who follow the old calendar on February 15 observe the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple or the Meeting of the Lord, which is one of the twelve Great Feasts. It falls 40 days after the Nativity.