Four unauthorized overflights of Moldova’s airspace occurred overnight

Four cases of unauthorized overflight of the Republic of Moldova’s airspace were recorded during the night of October 15–16, amid massive attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukraine. According to the National Army’s Air Operations Center, the drones entered the national airspace from the direction of Ukraine and subsequently left the country’s territory.

Moldovans report frequent discrimination by police and hospitals

Moldovans feel the least discriminated against in their interactions with banks, shops, public institutions, and within their families, whereas political life, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and the police are perceived as the primary settings where discrimination occurs. These findings are presented in the fifth edition of the Study on the Perception of Human Rights in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova detains seven in Giurgiulesti port food safety bribery probe

Moldovan anticorruption officers detained six food safety inspectors and a business operator after uncovering a systemic bribery scheme at the Giurgiulești Danube port on the European Union border.

Russian drone breaches Moldovan airspace for eight minutes

A Russian drone breached Moldovan airspace early Thursday, flying over southeastern districts for approximately eight minutes before returning across the Ukrainian border, the country's Defense Ministry said.

Moldova rolls out new biometric passports with 100 security features

Moldova rolled out a redesigned biometric passport model on Thursday, October 15, integrating advanced anti-counterfeiting security features while maintaining the standard issuance fee at €40 (approx. 790 MDL), official authorities said.

Ukraine boosts Dniester flow to Moldova by 20% amid severe drought

Ukraine has agreed to boost water discharge along the Dniester River by 20 percent despite severe domestic shortages, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced at a Cabinet meeting in Chișinău on Wednesday.

Chisinau marks 590 years amid steady demographic growth

Chisinau's population surpassed 714,000 residents as Moldova's capital expanded its economic and construction footprint ahead of its 590th anniversary, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics.

Maia Sandu calls for a greener, safer European capital

Moldovan President Maia Sandu called for a greener, safer and more liveable Chișinău on Wednesday, as the capital marked 590 years since its first documented mention.

Moldovan youths develop devices for health and Braille learning

Two young inventors in Moldova have developed two devices designed to support cardiovascular health monitoring and help visually impaired people learn to read Braille by touch.

Moldova to invest €80 million in 25 vocational schools by 2032

Vocational School No. 2 in Cahul plans to renovate an unusable dormitory and install modern training equipment as part of an €80 million national upgrade (approx. 1.6 billion MDL).

Expert explains autumn sugar cravings and healthy diet

As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, seasonal changes, reduced physical activity, and irregular sleep patterns drive increased cravings for sweets and comfort foods across Moldova, according to medical experts.

Chisinau marks 590 years of history on City Day

Chisinau, Moldova’s capital, marks 590 years since its first documented mention on October 14, celebrating a city shaped by centuries of trade, successive political regimes and demographic change.