Constantin Țuțu failed to appear in court, citing ‘personal reasons,’ and will be brought in forcibly at the next hearing

Former Democratic MP Constantin Țuțu did not attend the court hearing scheduled for October 8, where he faces charges of illicit enrichment and influence peddling. Additionally, his lawyer was also absent, leading to the hearing being postponed until October 20. Prosecutors have stated that at the next hearing, Constantin Țuțu will be brought to court forcibly and will be represented by a public defender to prevent further delays in the case. Furthermore, the former MP's lawyer will face a fine of 2,000 lei for their unjustified absence.

Daniel Vodă: Moldovans have no reason to worry about the new mechanism for suspending the EU visa-free regime

There is no reason for concern among the citizens of the Republic of Moldova regarding the visa regime with the European Union, said Government spokesperson Daniel Vodă, referring to the new mechanism for suspending the visa-free regime approved by the European Parliament on October 7.

Patients and doctors will save time as medical certificates become electronic

Starting March 1, 2026, doctors and specialists will issue medical leave certificates in digital format, which will be available online. Upon request, they can also provide a printed version with a QR code that allows authenticity verification.

Power outages reported again in Transnistrian region and the Security Zone

Several households in the village of Varnița, located in the Security Zone, are currently without electricity. Over the next two days, several streets in the town will also experience power outages due to the gas conservation measures implemented on October 2 in the Transnistrian region, from which the town receives its electricity. This information was shared on the Security Zone platform on Telegram.

Fire at Florești nursing home: 7 emergency vehicles, 20 rescuers on site

A nursing home in the village of Căprești, Florești district, was engulfed in flames on the morning of October 8. According to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU), the 112 Service received a call at 11:24 after witnesses observed thick smoke coming from under the roof of a separate building on the nursing home's premises.

Electricity compensation program extended through year-end

All citizens of the Republic of Moldova will receive electricity compensation for the first 110 kWh consumed in September and October. This measure was approved during a recent government meeting. According to Alexei Buzu, the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, the program, which was initiated in February of this year, is periodically extended based on available resources and is financially supported by the European Union.

Serghei Diaconu, appointed general director of the National Crisis Management Center

Serghei Diaconu was appointed as the Director General of the National Crisis Management Center for a five-year term, beginning on October 21, 2025. His appointment was unanimously approved by the Government during the Cabinet of Ministers meeting held on October 8.

Moldova ready for winter, Minister of Energy

The government announced that the Republic of Moldova is entering the cold season with fully replenished reserves of gas, fuel oil, and coal. The Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, stated that the country is well-prepared for winter, and Energocom has completed all necessary purchases for the 2025–2026 period.

First flu cases of the season confirmed in Chisinau; ANSP urges vaccination

The first two cases of seasonal flu this cold season were registered in Chisinau. According to data presented by the National Agency for Public Health (ANSP), over 1,700 cases of acute upper respiratory tract infections (IACRS) were reported in the last week, with most cases occurring among children.

Woman set on fire in Causeni; husband charged with domestic violence

A 30-year-old man from the Causeni district is set to appear in court, facing charges of domestic violence after allegedly setting his wife on fire during a conflict. The Causeni Prosecutor's Office announced that the criminal investigation has been completed and the case has been forwarded to the court.

Rabies case in Târzieni, rising bird flu risk: ANSA issues farmer guidelines

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) reports a confirmed case of rabies in a dog from Târzieni, Orhei district, last week. Authorities assure that they have applied quarantine and veterinary control measures to prevent the spread of the virus.

Andrei Bivol: Only 17% of judges await vetting; process ends by year’s end

The process of evaluating the integrity of judges in the Republic of Moldova, referred to as vetting, has reached its final stage for magistrates. Andrei Bivol, the Vice President of the Judicial Evaluation Commission, mentioned on the Moldova 1 TV show "IN CONTEXT" that approximately 17% of judges in the lower courts will undergo evaluation. He also stated that all assessments of active judges are expected to be completed by the end of 2025.