Russia to introduce ‘patriotism lessons’ in kindergartens

Russia's government is to introduce a new programme of what human rights activists call "systematic state propaganda" for children as young as three.

Gagauzia: A 1990 proclamation and its lasting legacy

On August 19, 1990, a group of local deputies from southern Moldova met in the city of Comrat. The gathering took place as the Soviet Union was in the final stages of its collapse and the Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic was experiencing a period of national revival. At the congress, they proclaimed the "Gagauz Republic."

Undeclared work in Moldova: Key risks and solutions

The number of undeclared work cases remains quite high in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova court suspends four political parties tied to Ilan Șor

Moldova's Court of Appeal has temporarily suspended four political parties, including the pro-Russian Victorie bloc, over allegations they are successors to a banned party.

Șor group: Police investigate paid protesters

Over 40 Moldovan people are under investigation by law enforcement after allegedly being recruited by members of the 'Șor' criminal group to participate in a paid protest on the evening of Monday, August 18.

Ukrainian drone strikes halt pumping on Druzhba pipeline

The Russian Druzhba oil pipeline has ceased pumping crude oil following a series of Ukrainian drone attacks.

Maia Sandu praises ‘monumental’ efforts for Ukraine peace

On Tuesday, August 19, Moldovan President Maia Sandu praised the “monumental” efforts by US and European leaders to end the war in Ukraine and pave the way for peace.

Transnistria's demand for more polling stations 'lacks legal basis'

A request from the breakaway region of Transnistria to open 41 polling stations for an upcoming Moldovan election "lacks a legal basis," according to a top official.

Moldova's new Tech Hub: Moldova HiTech Park to drive innovation

Moldova is set to establish its first advanced technology park of national strategic importance—the Moldova HiTech Park.

New era for microbiology research in Moldova

Researchers at the Institute of Microbiology and Biotechnology (IMB) will now be working in modern conditions that are adapted to the current demands of science.

Moldova's pivotal election: A referendum on its future

Moldova is set to hold a crucial parliamentary election on September 28. Analysts describe the vote as a "new referendum" on the country's pro-European trajectory, which has been under increasing pressure from hybrid aggression by the Russian Federation for several years.

US nuclear fears delayed Moldova's Independence, ex-FM says

The independence of the Republic of Moldova wasn't just delayed by pressure from Moscow, but also by the strategic interests of major powers.