Military expert: Moldovan air defense strained by drone arrivals

The radar system used by the Republic of Moldova to detect drones is crucial for monitoring its airspace, serving as the "eyes" of the defense system. However, the country still lacks the necessary systems to intercept and neutralize such threats. Military expert Artur Leșcu emphasizes that developing air defense capabilities should be the next priority for the authorities in this context.

Drone crash in Mihăileni on September 8 instilled fear

There was panic in the village of Mihăileni, located in the Râșcani district, after a drone crashed and exploded on September 8 in a nearby field. Residents are becoming increasingly fearful of such incidents, as the explosion was felt within a half-kilometre radius. The impact ignited four separate fires; however, village mayor Valerian Cecan described the damage as insignificant.

Nearly 130 children from the Transnistrian region enrolled in military schools at age 11

In the 2026–2027 academic year, military educational institutions on the left bank of the Nistru enrolled 127 students. According to official data, 65 minors were admitted to the "Suvorov" military school, while 62 students were accepted into the cadet school in Tighina (Bender), where girls make up approximately half of the new admissions.

Updated census: Over 100,000 Moldovans cohabit, about one million are married

Nearly 95% of families in the Republic of Moldova consist of traditional units—parents and children. However, family composition can vary significantly by area of residence. According to updated data from the 2024 Census, childless couples are most common in the country's northern districts, while larger cities, such as Chisinau, have a higher proportion of single-parent families.

Dan Perciun on improving poor PISA math and reading results

The Ministry of Education plans to revise the mathematics curriculum and introduce Estonian textbooks for students in grades 1-12. Additionally, the Ministry will implement mandatory training programs for teachers facing difficulties. Authorities will also propose changes to the 9th-grade exams and pilot a daily reading initiative that requires students to read for 30 minutes each day. The Minister of Education, Dan Perciun, announced these measures in response to the PISA 2025 results, which revealed a decline in students' performance in mathematics and reading in the Republic of Moldova.

Air quality in Chisinau is monitored in real time

The Civic Network "Aer Live Moldova" monitors air quality in Chisinau daily using sensors it has installed. These devices measure atmospheric pollutant levels and humidity, and transmit data online so citizens can track them almost in real time.

Moldova's SIS tackles foreign espionage and infiltration risks

Moldova's intelligence agency faces escalating foreign espionage threats and recruitment attempts targeting its own personnel as it marks its 35th anniversary amid intense regional geopolitical pressures, a security analyst warned on Wednesday.

Moldova receives first batch of electronic tracking bracelets

Moldova took delivery of its first 60 electronic surveillance bracelets on Thursday to monitor domestic abuse offenders, following public outrage over a fatal femicide in Criuleni district that triggered high-level resignations.

Suspected Geran drone crashes in Moldova after breaching Romania

A suspected Russian turbojet drone exploded in northern Moldova on Tuesday evening after breaching Moldovan and Romanian airspace, leaving a crater packed with shrapnel, national police reported.

Moldova border post shut after fatal Ukraine drone strike

Moldova closed the Tudora-Starokazacie border crossing with Ukraine overnight after a drone strike killed two civilians and damaged checkpoint facilities just across the southern frontier.

Moldova hosts GEF-9 regional environmental talks

Representatives from 16 countries gathered in Chisinau on Tuesday to set ecological funding priorities through 2030 under the Global Environment Facility’s newly launched $3.9 billion GEF-9 cycle.

Moldova public broadcaster sets date to choose new director-general

Moldova's public broadcaster supervisory board scheduled final candidate interviews for Sept. 22, setting the stage to elect a new director-general by late September following competitive evaluations.