Gold, silver plummet as Iran conflict sparks liquidity crunch

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Thursday, 19 March, as a massive wave of selling hit global markets. Spot gold sank below the $4,600 per ounce threshold—approximately €4,213—amid escalating concerns over the conflict in Iran and rising inflationary pressures.

New digital tool exposes hidden loan costs for Moldovan consumers

The National Commission for Financial Markets (CNPF) has launched a new online tool allowing consumers to calculate the true cost of credit before signing any contracts. Unveiled during Global Money Week 2026, the APR (Annual Percentage Rate) calculator is now available free of charge on the regulator's official portal.

US intelligence warns of nuclear escalation as Putin bets on battlefield endurance

US intelligence agencies have concluded that Vladimir Putin remains convinced of a Russian military victory in Ukraine, signaling no immediate intention to halt hostilities. According to the Annual Threat Assessment, Moscow believes it can eventually force a peace settlement on its own terms by maintaining battlefield pressure.

Moldova’s sole prosthetic hub battles staff shortages

For many Moldovans living with amputations, the path to recovery runs through a single specialised facility in Chișinău. The Republican Experimental Centre for Prosthetics, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation (CREPOR) is the only institution in the country providing free prosthetic limbs and orthopaedic footwear to veterans and the disabled.

Police sanction paid protesters at Council of Europe social rights summit in Chisinau

Law enforcement authorities sanctioned several individuals on Thursday, March 19, following a "paid-for" protest organized near the Palace of the Republic. The demonstration coincided with a high-level conference on the European Social Charter, attended by 50 delegations from Council of Europe member states.

Water supply restored in Northern Moldova following Dniester contamination; authorities issue strict safety warning

Water services have been restored across Northern Moldova as of Thursday, March 19, following a multi-day suspension triggered by hydrocarbon contamination risks in the Dniester River.

Russian drone strikes on Ukraine spark Dniester River oil crisis

A major pollution crisis on the Dniester River has tested Moldova’s emergency response after Russian drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure caused a massive oil spill.

Moldovan courts sentence fraudsters in logistics and high-stakes romance scams

The Chisinau Municipality Prosecutor's Office has secured convictions against two men involved in distinct fraud schemes. The cases involve logistics theft and a complex "romance scam" that led to the financial ruin of a foreign national.

Pentagon’s $200 billion war request triggers major Washington fiscal showdown

The Pentagon has requested the White House to seek over $200 billion in emergency funding from Congress to finance the ongoing war with Iran.

Moldova energy ministry to host major career fair at MoldEnergy Expo 2026

The Moldovan Ministry of Energy is set to launch a specialized career fair during the upcoming MoldEnergy Expo, scheduled for April 2–4. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen the nation’s energy sector by connecting top-tier talent with leading state and private utilities.

Russian drone strikes hit residential areas in Odesa and SBU headquarters in Lviv

Russian forces launched a massive drone offensive against the port city of Odesa overnight on Thursday, March 19, intentionally striking residential neighborhoods.

Moldovan authorities dismantle €8.8 million money laundering scheme after 55 raids

Moldovan authorities have detained two individuals following 55 coordinated raids conducted across the country on March 18. The operation targeted a large-scale money laundering scheme estimated at over 173 million MDL (approx. €8.8 million).