Russia reaffirms readiness to resume Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul

Russia has reaffirmed its readiness to proceed with Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul. This intention, initially stated by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, was reiterated on Wednesday, November 12, by Alexei Polishchuk, head of the Second CIS Countries Department of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Moldova finalizes CIS energy withdrawal to boost independence

The Republic of Moldova is completing its withdrawal from all energy cooperation commitments within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

New European Democracy Shield targets foreign interference

The European Union has unveiled two key initiatives designed to fortify democratic values, support independent media, and protect civil society organizations from information manipulation and foreign interference: the European Democracy Shield and the EU Strategy for Civil Society.

Moldova aviation must implement mandatory ISMS for cyber security

Air operators, airports, and air navigation services providers, along with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) in the Republic of Moldova, must implement a complex Information Security Risk Management System (ISMS) to proactively combat cyberattacks and data leaks.

Moldova loses $170 million final IMF tranche after program expires

The Republic of Moldova will not receive the final IMF tranche of approximately $170 million (equivalent to about 2.9 billion lei).

Moldova moves to close Russian Center in Chișinău

Moldova is moving to close the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chișinău, a body officially denounced as "an instrument of Kremlin propaganda."

Transnistria heating bills skyrocket as new Tiraspol tariffs take effect

The cost of heating and hot water has dramatically increased in Transnistria (Dniester left bank), with residents complaining of a "significant increase" in their Transnistria heating bills.

Denmark approves new $217 million military aid package for Ukraine

A new Denmark military aid Ukraine package, with a total value of approximately $217 million (1.4 billion Danish kroner), has been approved by the Danish Government and Parliament to boost Danish support for Ukraine.

US government shutdown ends: Trump calls it a “very big victory”

Despite the Republican majority, Senate rules required several Democratic votes for the budget resolution to pass.

Norway opens new embassy office in Chișinău

Norway has inaugurated an Embassy office in Chișinău, a significant move praised by authorities as one of major importance in developing Moldova-Norway relations.

Moldova to buy mathematics textbooks from Estonia for all grades 1–12

The Moldova curriculum reform will see the entire school curriculum fully revised by 2027, ensuring all subjects have new textbooks adapted to modern teaching and learning standards.

Political influence in Moldova: Moscow Patriarchate clerics promoted

The Metropolis of Moldova (led by Metropolitan Vladimir and subject to the Moscow Patriarchate) has voiced concern over "unfriendly and denigrating statements" targeting the Orthodox Church of Moldova (COM).