Moldovan-Ukrainian border disrupted after Russian attacks on Odesa: Authorities advise avoiding the area

The Moldovan-Ukrainian border crossing has been disrupted following Russian attacks on the Odessa region last night. The Border Guard Service of Ukraine announced that a portion of the Odessa-Reni route is closed to traffic, making access to certain border crossing points with the Republic of Moldova impossible. The Border Guard Police of the Republic of Moldova advises citizens to avoid traveling in the area and to refrain from any travel to the Odessa region.

The Republic of Moldova expands its cooperation with the Kherson region: Two new partnerships with Ukraine

The Republic of Moldova is strengthening its cooperation with Ukraine’s Kherson region through two new partnerships, targeting both local public administration and higher education. The town of Cimișlia is set to conclude a cooperation agreement with the united territorial community of Belozersk, while the Technical University of Moldova has become a partner of the Kherson State Maritime Academy.

Moldexpo will create a modern sakura alley linking the exhibition complex with Valea Morilor

Moldexpo is initiating a project to rehabilitate and modernize one of the main access alleys to the exhibition complex. This area will be transformed into a Sakura Alley, featuring modern lighting, urban furniture, and recreational spaces. It will serve as a connection between the Moldexpo territory and Valea Morilor. The tender for the execution of the project will be announced soon.

Maia Sandu and Vasile Tofan urge people to save electricity during peak hours

The Republic of Moldova is facing its fourth consecutive day of challenges in providing enough electricity for domestic use. While the required electricity volumes have been secured for today, authorities caution that the regional situation remains complex. They warn that if conditions deteriorate, extreme measures, including controlled power disconnections, may become necessary.

Moldova wins three medals at its first International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad

The Olympic team of the Republic of Moldova won a silver medal and two bronze medals during the country's first official participation in the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, held from August 2 to 8, 2026, in Astana, Kazakhstan.

August has the most road accidents: Police explain why the risk increases

August is the month with the highest number of road accidents in the Republic of Moldova. This increase can be attributed to several factors, including a rise in the number of vehicles on the road, vacation travel, and a lack of adherence to traffic rules.

Chisinau Airport faces peak traffic over double its capacity

Chișinău "Eugen Doga" International Airport is experiencing record passenger volumes this August during the peak summer holiday season.

Moldova warns of power price hikes as Danube levels drop

Moldova faces potential electricity price increases if procurement costs on regional markets continue to surpass levels embedded in current tariffs, President Maia Sandu warned during a television broadcast.

Moldova warns youth brains face rapid nicotine damage

Nicotine poses an immediate threat to the developing brains of children and adolescents, Moldova's Ministry of Education and Research has warned. The alert comes amid a sharp rise in the use of traditional and electronic cigarettes among teenagers.

Moldova funds 3,600 heart surgeries with €11m health fund

More than 3,600 patients in Moldova received state-funded cardiovascular surgery during the first half of 2026. All procedures were fully covered by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (AOAM).

Moldova to hold military parade for 35th independence day

President Maia Sandu has signed a decree to hold a military parade celebrating the 35th anniversary of Moldova's independence. The event will take place on August 27 in Chisinau’s Great National Assembly Square, bringing together various national defense and law enforcement units.

Moldova issues yellow alert for severe storms

Moldova is under a yellow alert for severe weather, facing imminent thunderstorms and potential hail. The Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring Authority issued the warning, which takes effect today, August 6, at 3:00 PM and will remain active until 1:00 AM on August 7.