Maia Sandu hails Trump-brokered South Caucasus reconciliation, stresses just peace in Ukraine

Moldovan President Maia Sandu expressed her appreciation for the recent advancements in the reconciliation process in the South Caucasus, which was mediated by former US President Donald Trump. She emphasized the importance of achieving a fair and lasting peace in Ukraine and throughout the entire region.

Artiom Livădari returns after World Games win, beating U.S. and China athletes

After a long day of work and celebration, Muay Thai fighter Artiom Livădari was given a warm welcome upon his return to the Republic of Moldova. The 23-year-old athlete achieved victory at the World Games in the Thai boxing event. At "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chișinău, he was greeted with applause and flowers from supporters.

North Carolina National Guard will keep aiding National Army with crisis management and experience exchange

The North Carolina National Guard will continue its partnership with the National Army of the Republic of Moldova to promote democratic values and maintain peace. This commitment was reaffirmed during discussions between Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi and Major General Marvin T. Hunt, who leads the North Carolina National Guard delegation visiting Chișinău on Monday, August 11. The meeting also included Nick Pietrowicz, the Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Moldova.

Seven of ten Russian interference tools used in one day against Moldova

The Republic of Moldova has once again faced a coordinated wave of interference actions from the Russian Federation, which included manipulative statements, cyber attacks, and calls for street mobilization. According to President Maia Sandu, at least seven out of the ten methods of Russian interference have been employed. The authorities assure the public that they are taking all necessary measures to ensure the parliamentary elections this fall are conducted democratically, transparently, and in accordance with the law.

ELECTIONS 2025// CEC received new candidate registration applications for parliamentary elections

On Monday, August 11, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) received applications for the registration of candidate lists for the position of deputy in the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova from two electoral blocs and one political party.

Analyst: Gagauzia Bashkan's arrest provoked reactions in several countries, including Turkey.

The arrest and subsequent conviction of Evghenia Guțul, the Bashkan of Gagauzia, have prompted reactions from several countries, particularly Turkey. Ankara's interest arises from the cultural, historical, and linguistic ties between Gagauzia and the Turkish people, as explained by Global Counsel analyst Alexandr Smotrov on Moldova 1's SCANER show.

PE FAȚĂ show back on Moldova 1 TV; IGP chief is the guest of the first edition

The show "Pe Față" is back with a new season. In today's program, the guest is Viorel Cernăuțeanu, the head of the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP). The discussion, hosted by Lucia Vieru, will focus on key topics such as electoral corruption, disinformation, and measures to combat these issues. Four other journalists from various media institutions will join the conversation.

Investments revive Negrea village community

The village of Negrea, located in the Hincesti district, is flourishing due to investments aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and supporting entrepreneurial initiatives. A modern outdoor playground and sports field was established, and plans are underway for a summer stage to be constructed soon. These projects not only improve living conditions but also stimulate local economic activity, providing residents with genuine opportunities to grow their businesses.

STISC staff suspected in foreign-led cyberattacks on government systems

Several employees of the Information Technology and Cyber Security Service (STISC) are under suspicion for their involvement in attempted sabotage and attacks on the government’s cyber infrastructure in the Republic of Moldova. These employees will be suspended from their positions while an internal investigation by the authorities is conducted.

Shocking case in Cahul: a 17-year-old accused of murdering a 15-year-old

A 17-year-old boy suspected of killing a 15-year-old with cruelty last week was placed in preventive detention for 30 days, according to the Cahul Prosecutor's Office.

MFA, CEC deny Moscow’s new diaspora vote falsification claims

The authorities of the Republic of Moldova dismissed the accusations made by Sergei Shoigu, the Secretary of the Security Council of Russia, claiming that there was a falsification of the diaspora vote in the parliamentary elections held on September 28. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) stated that these claims are "maneuvers in the information war" conducted by the Russian Federation against the Republic of Moldova.

Atlantic Council will monitor Moldova’s elections. Nazari: “We’ll stop interference”

The campaign for the parliamentary elections on September 28 will be closely monitored through a collaborative effort involving various organizations coordinated by the Atlantic Council's Digital Forensic Research Lab. This was stated by Saman Nazari, a senior researcher focused on combating disinformation at the non-governmental organization "Alliance 4 Europe," in an interview with Moldova 1. The expert emphasized that the Republic of Moldova is currently a target of hybrid attacks from the Russian Federation and will continue to be so, employing disinformation techniques similar to those identified in recent elections across several European countries.