Moldova’s Energocom severs operational ties with Moldovagaz, launches independent service hub

Energocom, Moldova's state-owned energy supplier, will launch its first dedicated customer relations center in Chisinau on March 2, 2026. This move officially ends the company's reliance on Moldovagaz’s infrastructure for consumer services.

Six dead and 20 injured in Kazakhstan cafe gas explosion

Six people have died and approximately 20 others were injured following a gas explosion at a cafe in Kazakhstan. The regional emergency situations department reported the incident on February 26, according to official statements.

Moldova joins New European Bauhaus Boost program for small municipalities

The Republic of Moldova is now eligible to participate in the "NEB Boost" program, a landmark initiative launched by the European Commission. The scheme identifies and funds innovative projects that transform local communities into aesthetic, sustainable, and inclusive spaces.

Zelenskyy signals March summit with Trump and Putin in UAE

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans for a high-level trilateral summit involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates in early March.

Chisinau councilors paid €150 per failed meeting amid two-year budget deadlock

Chisinau municipal councilors are under fire for receiving allowances of approximately €150 (approx. 3,000 MDL) for sessions that never officially took place. Despite failing to pass a municipal budget for nearly two years, officials continue to collect payments for failed attempts to convene.

Pakistan launches airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar as defense minister declares 'open war'

Pakistan launched extensive airstrikes and ground assaults against Taliban government targets in major Afghan cities overnight on Friday, February 27, marking a drastic escalation in regional tensions.

Moldova concludes construction of Cahul’s landmark theatre after 40-year delay

Moldova’s Minister of Culture, Cristian Jardan, has officially signed the final construction contract to complete the Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu Theatre in Cahul. The project marks a historic milestone as the first dedicated theatre building constructed in the country since it gained independence.

The pulse of a nation: Irina Nechit’s dramatic anthology debuts at the National Museum of Literature

Renowned poet and journalist Irina Nechit has marked a career milestone with the launch of her latest drama collection, Melania’s Advice (Sfaturile Melaniei). The event took place at the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Chisinau.

Ukraine reports 90,000 missing persons four years into Russian invasion

Approximately 90,000 Ukrainians have been reported missing since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion four years ago. Artur Dobroserdov, the State Commissioner for Persons Missing under Special Circumstances, disclosed the figure on Thursday.

Moldova’s administrative consolidation faces scrutiny ahead of 2027 elections

The Republic of Moldova is navigating a complex administrative overhaul as it prepares for the voluntary amalgamation of its local authorities. This reform aims to consolidate one of Europe’s most fragmented landscapes, where fewer than 2.5 million residents are currently served by nearly 900 town halls and 32 districts.

Deputies will review 354 draft laws in 2026

The deputies will review a total of 354 draft normative acts this year. Of these, 314 projects are included in the National Program for the Republic of Moldova's Accession to the European Union for the years 2025–2029. Additionally, they will consider the ratification of 18 international treaties and a series of acts resulting from the implementation of decisions made by the Constitutional Court. They will also review 48 annual reports from public authorities and institutions. The legislative program for 2026 was approved during the plenary session on February 26.

Valeriu Chiveri proposes Romanian-language teaching in all eastern district schools starting September 1, 2026

After a break of over a year, Chisinau and Tiraspol resumed negotiations in a 1+1 format. Valeriu Chiveri, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, met with Vitali Ignatiev, the envoy of the separatist regime. The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Mission in Tiraspol.