IAEA Director: Fears of nuclear accident at Zaporozhye rise again due to hostilities

Intensifying hostilities around the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant are again increasing the threat of a nuclear disaster, warns the head of the UN nuclear watchdog. According to Rafael Grossi, over the past week, IAEA experts have heard shelling almost every day, and once they were even advised to go down to a bomb shelter, Digi24 reports.

Elena Erighina, two medals at the European Championships

Weightlifter Elena Erighina stood out at the European Championships in the Armenian capital Yerevan. The Moldovan won the silver medal in the snatch event and the bronze medal in the total weight category of 81 kg.

An alternative report on the implementation of reforms necessary for the opening of negotiations on Moldova's accession to the EU was presented

Expert associations in Chisinau have presented a shadow report on the implementation of the nine steps for the opening of EU accession negotiations. The government's actions were rated 3.8 out of five points. Progress has been made in reforming the justice system, but there is still much work to be done on dismantling the oligarchy, Ilie Chirtoaca, executive director of the Centre for Legal Resources (CRJM), told Moldova 1.

Ramstein: Dozens of Kiev allies discussed military aid for Ukrainian counter-offensive

Crucial summit for the future of the war in Ukraine. Dozens of Kiev's allies discussed military aid for the counter-offensive against the Russians. An emergency meeting of the allies was held at Ramstein air base in Germany, where they discussed stepping up support to repel the Russian invasion. Also on the agenda was the issue of fighter jets needed by Ukraine. The Ramstein meeting also has symbolic significance: it is a signal to Russia about the unity of the West.

The presidential administration published the list of gifts received by Maia Sandu and their value

President Maia Sandu received 20 gifts in the first three months of this year. The presidential administration has published the list and their value. For the most part, President Sandu received art objects as gifts. The most expensive gift is the porcelain figurine given to her by the President of the Polish Senate, and it costs more than six thousand lei.

Oazu Nantoi: Challenges in the security zone aim to make Ukraine keep military troops in the vicinity of Transnistria

The purpose of the violations in the Security Zone is part of the Russian Federation's conscious policies to maintain tension in the area. The statement was made by expert on the Transnistrian region Oazu Nantoi for the public TV channel Moldova 1. Nantoi also says that Russia through these actions is forcing Ukraine to keep military units in the immediate vicinity and not allow them to be used on the frontline with Russia.

Financial problems at "Air Moldova". Employees of the company ask President Maia Sandu to intervene to unblock the situation

"Air Moldova" cancelled several flights on Thursday, after thousands of passengers with pre-purchased tickets were left at the airport in recent days due to the flight stoppage. "The company is on the verge of bankruptcy," the employees claim and call on President Maia Sandu to intervene to unblock the situation. State institutions are monitoring developments and will come with information in due course, the presidency responded to their request.

Unified Control Commission: Chisinau representatives report serious violations in the Security Zone

The military contingent of the Russian Federation within the Joint Peacekeeping Forces admits serious violations of the Security Zone regime. The most recent and most serious case took place on Wednesday 19 April at 04:53 in the morning near the peacekeeping post near the Vadul lui Voda bridge, where an uncoordinated movement of armoured military equipment by the Russian military on mission was recorded. To keep the situation under control, the Dubasari police had to be involved. This and other violations were reported today by Chisinau representatives at the weekly meeting of the Joint Control Commission.

Foreign Minister Nicu Popescu visits Brussels. He will present Moldova's contribution to the EU Enlargement Report

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, Nicu Popescu, is leaving today for a working visit to Brussels to present the Republic of Moldova's contribution to the EU Enlargement Report for 2023.

Ion Ceban proposes signing an agreement similar to Romania's Snagov Pact

The National Alternative Movement will participate in the demonstration announced by Maia Sandu. Ion Ceban proposed signing an agreement similar to the Snagov Pact in Romania. The Chisinau pact should therefore build a political partnership with the objective of joining the European Union by 2030. The mayor of Chisinau recommends voting on this pact at the national assembly on 21 May.

NATO Secretary General in Kiev: "Ukraine's place is in the Euro-Atlantic family"

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg's visit to Kiev is interpreted by Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski as a sign that the Alliance is ready to start a new chapter in its relationship with his country.

Dumitru Alaiba on SRL reform: more freedom for founders, associates and employees

The legislation of the Republic of Moldova will be significantly modernised and the best European business practices will be transposed. The announcement was made by Economy Minister Dumitru Alaiba at a briefing.