US-backed swap frees Moldovan officers

A US-backed international swap freed two Moldovan Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) officers from Russian captivity. The multilateral operation took several months and actively involved the United States, Poland, and Romania.

First national study on digital violence in the Republic of Moldova

The online environment has become a dangerous space for women. Issues such as harassment, threats, the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, and the use of deepfake technologies contribute to the destruction of victims' lives, leading to anxiety and job loss. These findings are from the first sociological study titled "Digital Violence against Women in the Republic of Moldova," which was presented on April 27 in Chisinau by the International Center "La Strada" and the UN Population Fund.

Protection network for victims of gender-based violence to be expanded in the Republic of Moldova, Natalia Plugaru.

The government is intensifying its efforts to prevent gender-based violence by prioritizing digital security. The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection announces the opening of two new shelters in Telenești and Cahul, which will provide specialized assistance to women and girls facing physical or online harassment.

Republic of Moldova marks 36 years since adopting the tricolor as the State Flag

On April 27, a solemn ceremony commemorating the Day of the State Flag was held in front of the Government of the Republic of Moldova. Representatives from both the legislative and executive branches participated in the event.

Vladimir Plahotniuc sentenced to 19 years for bank fraud

April 22, 2026, marks a historic turning point for Moldovan justice. A 672-page verdict, 19 years of imprisonment, and over 1.1 billion lei (approx. €56.1 million) ordered for restitution are the pillars of a sentence that shattered the ice of impunity.