Moldova convicts ex-Sor party heads for illicit funding

The Chisinau Court has convicted the regional branch heads of the former Sor Party from Ungheni and Rezina for knowingly accepting illegal financing from an organized criminal group.

Harry honors Bucha dead, urges US action

Prince Harry visited the Ukrainian city of Bucha in the Kyiv region, paying tribute to the civilian victims of Russian massacres during the city's occupation. The Duke of Sussex visited the memorial near St. Andrew the First-Called Church, the site where mass graves were discovered in 2022, and spoke with the local parish priest.

Moldova Q2 2026 forecast: steady growth expected

Economic activity in Moldova is projected to remain relatively stable in the second quarter of 2026. This outlook stems from the latest business tendency survey conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Corporate managers anticipate modest gains in sales revenues and prices, alongside a slight contraction in the workforce.

Romania evacuates 217 after Russian drone crash

Romanian authorities evacuated 217 people from the outskirts of Galați on Saturday morning. The mass evacuation followed the crash of a Russian drone carrying a suspected explosive payload.

Moldova agricultural hub trains 5,000 farmers in two years

The Agricultural and Rural Advisory Center (CCAR) has transformed the Republic of Moldova’s farming landscape by providing expert mentoring and strategic consulting to over 5,000 farmers within its first two years of operation.

Young readers flock to Chisinau International Book Fair

The 27th edition of the International Children’s and Youth Book Fair opened at the Moldexpo Center in Chisinau. Running from April 23 to 26, the event showcases the latest editorial releases, offering substantial discounts and interactive cultural programs.

EU resists German proposal for Iran sanctions relief

EU leaders gathered in Cyprus have rejected a proposal by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to gradually lift sanctions on Tehran in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Ukrainian soldier disrupts Russian recruitment call

Students at the Kuban State Agrarian University faced an unexpected intervention during a mandatory military recruitment briefing. A video conference intended to persuade students to sign contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defense was breached by an individual identifying as a Ukrainian soldier.

Viorel Bostan re-elected as Rector of UTM

The academic community of the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) has officially re-elected Professor Viorel Bostan, PhD, as Rector. The result was formalized on Friday following a decision by the Council for Institutional Strategic Development, which validated the election returns.

Moldova housing market hits historic low in Q1 2026

The Republic of Moldova’s real estate market is entering a stabilization phase following a significant drop in transaction volumes. Economic expert Veaceslav Ioniță notes that this shift represents a structural correction rather than a terminal decline, primarily characterized by the departure of speculative investors and intermediaries.

Marin Robu sets European record in historic weightlifting win

Marin Robu returned to Chisinau as a European champion after securing a historic gold medal at the European Weightlifting Championships in Batumi, Georgia. Robu dominated the 88kg category, setting a new European record in the snatch event and finishing 10kg ahead of his closest competitor.

Vladimir Plahotniuc sentenced to 19 years for bank fraud

April 22, 2026, marks a historic turning point for Moldovan justice. A 672-page verdict, 19 years of imprisonment, and over 1.1 billion lei (approx. €56.1 million) ordered for restitution are the pillars of a sentence that shattered the ice of impunity.