Bomb alert delays hearing in Plahotniuc’s billion-dollar theft case

A bomb alert was reported at the Chisinau Courthouse in Buiucani, where the hearing for the only case filed against Vladimir Plahotniuc was set to begin. As a result of the alert, the examination of the "billion-dollar theft" case was postponed, and everyone in the building was evacuated.

Arrest warrants issued for Plahotniuc in absentia; he cites health reasons

The arrest warrants for Vladimir Plahotniuc were issued on Friday, September 26, by the magistrates of the Chisinau Court based in Ciocana, in his absence. The former democratic leader did not appear in court, citing health issues.

Aleksandr Nevzorov on Moldova 1 TV: Russia ruins everything it touches. Make the right choice

Russian journalist and publicist Aleksandr Nevzorov, a former deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of Russia, urges the citizens of the Republic of Moldova to make the "right choice" in the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28. He expressed this message in an exclusive interview with Moldova 1 TV.

Parliamentary elections: Romanian MFA denounces manipulation after deepfake of Minister Țoiu

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a warning about material posted on social networks that contains statements falsely attributed to Minister Oana Țoiu in Bucharest, regarding the Republic of Moldova.

CEC changes polling sites for the Nistru left-bank voters, sparking security concerns

The addresses of several polling stations for citizens eligible to vote in areas on the left bank of the Nistru have been altered. This decision was made on September 25 by the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) in response to a notification from the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP), which alerted them to significant security risks, including potential bomb threats and provocations on voting day.

EU backs Moldova’s push for fair, interference-free elections

The parliamentary elections on September 28 are crucial for the European future of the Republic of Moldova, and the European Union (EU) supports the Moldovan authorities in their efforts to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.

The Republic of Moldova is invited to join the Convention on the simplification of formalities in trade in goods

The Council of the European Union (EU) has invited the Republic of Moldova to join the Convention on the Simplification of Formalities in Trade in Goods. As a result, starting from November 1, 2025, our country will be eligible to become a party to the Convention by depositing its Instrument of Accession with the General Secretariat of the Council of the EU.

Yellow frost code across country this weekend

Frost is expected in the Republic of Moldova. Meteorologists have issued a Yellow Code warning for the entire country from September 27 to 28. According to the State Hydrometeorological Service, nighttime and morning temperatures are forecasted to drop to between -1 and -2 degrees Celsius, resulting in frost on many areas of the ground surface.

Honey costs more. Beekeeper: "It's last year's stock"

Honey production has decreased by 50% compared to last year, and acacia and linden honey are in short supply. Spring frosts have significantly damaged the flowers, forcing beekeepers to supplement their bees' diets with honey from their own reserves or sugar to prevent losing their hives. The honey currently available on the market comes from last year's reserves and is, on average, 20% more expensive.

Report: Disabled people face barriers in politics

Individuals with disabilities in the Republic of Moldova encounter substantial obstacles when trying to engage in political life. This finding comes from the preliminary election monitoring report prepared by the Infonet Alliance, which was presented at a press conference hosted by IPN. The report highlights key challenges, including inadequate infrastructure at polling stations and difficulties in maintaining vote secrecy when using mobile ballot boxes.

Moldova: Free hepatitis B vaccine for high-risk adults

Adults at high risk of Hepatitis B infection in Moldova will receive free vaccinations after the National Public Health Agency's (NPHA) warehouse received a batch of 4,800 doses.

Sarkozy jailed for five years over Gaddafi campaign funds

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in prison, after being convicted of accepting illicit campaign funding for his 2007 election campaign from the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.