On Putin’s menu": Expert warns Moldova risks exclusion from Ukraine peace talks

Romania has intensified its diplomatic pressure for the complete withdrawal of Russian troops from Transnistria. During the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels, Bucharest officials repositioned the Republic of Moldova at the heart of European security debates.

Ukrainian pastry chef turned tank commander reflects on drone warfare

Valentin Bogdanov, once a pastry chef and construction worker, now commands a tank on the Ukrainian frontlines. His life transitioned from the precision of confectionery to the rhythmic roar of metal treads following the Russian invasion.

Moldova approves first private pension fund to diversify retirement system

The National Commission for Financial Market (NCFM) has officially greenlighted the establishment of the Republic of Moldova’s first voluntary pension fund. This landmark decision marks the functional launch of a private retirement mechanism following several previous regulatory attempts.

Chisinau launches emergency road repairs following severe winter damage

Chisinau municipal authorities have initiated a large-scale emergency repair campaign this week to address severe road degradation across the capital. The "massive intervention" targets major thoroughfares where winter freeze-thaw cycles have exposed systemic construction flaws.

Strategic fiscal oversight yields €61,200 budget surplus in Moldova

The State Tax Service of the Republic of Moldova (SFS) has successfully recovered €61,200 (approx. 1.2M MDL) for the national budget following a targeted VAT compliance campaign.

Moldovan prosecutor dismissed for ethical breach after refusing breathalyzer test

The Discipline and Ethics Board of the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) has dismissed Ion Crișciuc, a prosecutor from the Glodeni office of the Bălți Prosecutor’s Office.

Moldova education code reforms 2026: school restructuring, grade four assessment and rector term limits debated

Moldova's parliament voted on February 12 to advance significant amendments to the country's Education Code, covering the restructuring of small schools, the reintroduction of formal grades in Grade 4, expanded financial autonomy for larger schools, and enhanced support for children with disabilities and diaspora families. The bill passed its first reading and comprises 18 separate changes to the national education system.

Lithuanian Seimas committee affirms strategic support for Moldova's European path

A high-level delegation from the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Lithuanian Seimas, led by Chairman Remigijus Motuzas, is conducting an official visit to Moldova from February 23–25.

Two killed as Russian strikes target residential areas and emergency services in Southern Ukraine

Russian drone and missile attacks killed at least two people and wounded four others across southern and eastern Ukraine overnight on Monday, February 23. The strikes targeted residential buildings, civilian infrastructure, and an emergency response unit, according to Ukrainian authorities.

Integrity vetting sparks institutional deadlock in Moldova’s Gagauzia region

The autonomous region of Gagauzia is facing a severe institutional deadlock as local leaders delay elections for the People's Assembly. Despite the mandate expiring in November 2025, officials have yet to set a new polling date.

A grim convergence: The Chechen genocide and Russia’s military celebrations

One of the most profound ironies of modern history lies in a chilling chronological alignment: the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Putin’s forces on February 24, 2022, occurred just one day after Russia’s premier military holiday.

From Chisinau to Houston: Moldova’s young engineers secure global robotics spots

Three student teams will represent the Republic of Moldova at prestigious international robotics competitions in the United States and the Netherlands. The finalists emerged from a national pool of 250 students who designed and programmed autonomous robots for the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Moldova.