Nearly 60,000 left-bank drivers requested licenses from Moldova’s constitutional authorities

Residents of the Transnistrian region are increasingly interested in complying with the laws of the Republic of Moldova and participating legally in both national and international road traffic. This trend is evidenced by a notable rise in the number of driving licenses issued to citizens living in the region during the first half of this year.

Ex-Boldurești mayor Nicanor Ciochină remains under judicial control for 60 more days

Former Boldurești mayor Nicanor Ciochină, who is accused of fatally injuring a 14-year-old boy, will remain under judicial control for an additional 60 days. On Thursday, August 7, prosecutor Alexandru Butnaru requested the extension of this preventive measure, citing concerns that Ciochină might evade the examination of the criminal case.

Over 40 firefighter, rescuer interventions after August 6 storms

Rescuers and firefighters from the Republic of Moldova conducted over 40 interventions due to strong winds and heavy rain on August 6. The majority of requests for assistance came from the municipalities of Chisinau, Soroca, and Balti, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU).

DOR program marks 18th edition: Diaspora youth reconnect with Romanian roots in Holercani

Nearly 200 young people from the diaspora, along with children from the Republic of Moldova, are participating in a ten-day program designed to give them an authentic experience on the banks of the Nistru. This is the 18th edition of the DOR government program, which offers participants the chance to explore the beauty and cultural diversity of the country, form new friendships, and improve their communication skills in Romanian.

Travel alert: Major fire in southern France blocks roads; warning for Moldovan citizens

Moldovan citizens are advised to avoid traveling to southern France and to exercise extreme caution if they are in transit through this region. This warning was issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in response to a large-scale wildfire that has erupted in the Aude department.

Government approves new steps to prevent chemical, radioactive, and epidemic risks

The Republic of Moldova is enhancing its ability to respond to emergencies, including chemical accidents, radioactive leaks, and epidemics. During a meeting on August 6, the Government approved amendments to the Regulation on the National Network for Observation and Control of Environmental Factors, which emphasizes the need for improved coordination among laboratories and specialized institutions.

Government reforms social payments: focus on digitalization and fairness

The method of delivering social payments in the Republic of Moldova will undergo significant changes, focusing on digitalization, simplification, and enhanced efficiency. These changes aim to ensure that funds are allocated more fairly and transparently to those beneficiaries who genuinely require support.

Judge Ana Cucerescu reports harassment during Guțul case to police

The acts of intimidation to which Ana Cucerescu, the magistrate who examined the criminal file on behalf of the Gagauzian Bashkan, Evghenia Guțul, was subjected in recent days are "unprecedented", said the head of the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP), Viorel Cernăuțeanu, on Wednesday, August 6, in a press briefing. The statements of the head of the National Police were made shortly after the magistrate filed a complaint regarding the acts of harassment to which she was subjected while handling the file on behalf of the Bashkan - threatening calls, photos of corpses, funeral processions and bomb alerts.

Moldova names new ambassadors, public institution leaders

One ambassador was recalled from office, and a new ambassador was appointed to represent the Republic of Moldova in the Kingdom of Sweden. Additionally, the Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices has a new director. These appointments were approved by the Government on Wednesday, August 6.

Weather alert: Rain, lightning, hail, and storms in Moldova

Meteorologists issued a Yellow Code for Atmospheric Instability for Wednesday, August 6.

“Taito” app is a trap; Moldovans risk huge fines, warns Interior Minister

The "Taito" application is a tool utilized by the Russian Federation for illegal financing, electoral corruption, and the abusive collection of personal data from citizens of the Republic of Moldova, according to warnings from the authorities in Chisinau. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin, is urging the public not to install or use this application, as individuals involved in this scheme may face fines amounting to tens of thousands of lei.

Energy Minister: Russian strike on Ukraine gas sites didn't impact Moldova's supply.

During a government meeting on Wednesday, August 6, Minister of Energy Dorin Junghietu announced that the recent Russian attack on gas infrastructure in the Orlivka region of Ukraine had no impact on the natural gas supply to the Republic of Moldova, including the left bank of the Nistru.