ELECTIONS 2025 // Over 16,000 diaspora citizens notified the CEC they will vote abroad on September 28

The pre-registration process for citizens with the right to vote abroad, during which they declared their intention to vote in a specific location for the parliamentary elections on September 28, concluded on August 14. This year, 16,149 Moldovans living in the diaspora informed the authorities of their desire to cast their votes from abroad.

Politico: EU may decide on September 1 to open Moldova’s first negotiation cluster

The European Union is considering the possibility of opening the first negotiation chapter, titled "Fundamental Values," with the Republic of Moldova in early September this year. This would represent a significant advancement in Moldova's accession process. If this occurs, Moldova would surpass Ukraine in the negotiation timeline for the first time, which may cause concern in Kyiv, according to Politico.

Serious accident in Orhei: man dies, minor hospitalized; both were in a motor cultivator

A 44-year-old man died, and a 13-year-old boy was injured on Thursday evening following a road accident on the R6 route near the village of Fedoreuca, Orhei district. The two were in a motor cultivator when they were struck by a minibus, according to the Police of the Republic of Moldova.

Ex-communist MP Sergiu Stati convicted of illicit enrichment: nearly 2 million lei in illegal income

Sergiu Stati, a former communist MP and ex-ambassador with special missions, was convicted on August 14 by the Buiucani Court in Chisinau for illicit enrichment. The court imposed a fine of 450,000 lei and prohibited him from holding public positions for a period of 12 years.

81-year-old woman killed with an axe by jealous partner; man receives sentence

A 71-year-old man from Chisinau could spend the next 20 years in prison after killing his 81-year-old concubine. He split the victim's head open with an axe after seeing a man leaving their apartment.

Students studying abroad can access free medical services in Moldova

Students who study abroad can access free medical services when they return home, whether during the holidays or the school year.

The Parliament Office in Chisinau will be led by a Romanian citizen, inaugurated in September with Roberta Metsola attending

The European Parliament (EP) office in Chisinau is set to be inaugurated in September. It will be led by a highly qualified Romanian citizen, as announced by EP Vice-President Victor Negrescu in an interview with RFI. The opening ceremony will take place with the presence of the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, along with Negrescu, who is responsible for relations with the Republic of Moldova.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // Trump and Putin in Alaska: Last European call

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska on August 15, marking their first meeting since 2019. Notably, no EU representatives will be present at this meeting. In response to recent calls from Europe, Trump stated that European nations could participate in future peace talks. However, he emphasized that he would not sign any agreement with Putin regarding peace in Ukraine without the involvement of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European representatives.

The 11th Diaspora Congress opens today in Chisinau, with Moldovans from dozens of countries attending

Moldovans living abroad are participating today, August 15, in the 11th edition of the Diaspora Congress. The event is taking place at the Palace of the Republic in Chisinau and brings together citizens from various countries to discuss Moldova's integration into the European Union. Participants will explore how the diaspora can contribute to the country’s economic, social, and cultural development.

Video // Irina Vlah and Victoria Furtună, on the same plane: "Did you meet with Kirienko?"

Former Bashkan Irina Vlah, leader of the "Heart of Moldova" Party, and Victoria Furtună, president of the "Moldova Mare" Party, were captured on Thursday evening, August 14, by a reporter from Moldova 1 at the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau. They were on the same plane that arrived from Istanbul.

Fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor linked to new crypto scheme aiding Russia in evading sanctions

Fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor has established a complex network to evade Western sanctions. An investigation by RISE Moldova revealed that Shor has infiltrated markets in Kyrgyzstan and the United Arab Emirates, utilizing a hidden server and money transfer sites. Sentenced to 15 years in prison in Moldova, Shor is believed to be conducting his operations from Moscow.

Three Ukrainian planes land in Mărculești for temporary maintenance

Three Ukrainian planes flew over the airspace of the Republic of Moldova and landed at Mărculești International Airport. These flights were conducted with authorization from the relevant authorities, following prior coordination through diplomatic channels and in collaboration with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development. This clarification was provided by the Civil Aeronautical Authority (AAC) on Thursday, August 14.