Ex-MP Vladimir Andronachi stays behind bars as €8M fraud investigation widens

Moldovan authorities have issued several letters rogatory—formal requests for international legal assistance—to track and seize the foreign assets of former Democratic Party MP Vladimir Andronachi.

Nicolas Maduro pleads not guilty to US narcoterrorism charges in historic hearing

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro appeared in a U.S. federal court for the first time today following his capture, pleading not guilty to charges of narcoterrorism conspiracy and cocaine trafficking.

Moldova's anti-corruption agency recovers €18.6m in 2025 as crackdown on Sor network intensifies

The Anti-Corruption Procuracy (PA) has reported a record-breaking year for asset recovery, with fines and confiscations exceeding €18.6 million (approx. 365 million MDL) in 2025.

Plahotniuc banking fraud trial: Prosecutors target 2026 conviction

The high-profile trial of former Democratic Party leader Vlad Plahotniuc has entered an advanced stage. Moldova’s Anticorruption Prosecution Office (PA) expects a final verdict within this year.

Moldova gas tariffs set for reduction in late January amid Energocom takeover

Moldovan consumers are expected to receive lower natural gas tariffs by late January 2026.

Chisinau social services seek families for 85 children awaiting adoption

Chisinau municipal authorities have identified 85 children eligible for adoption at the start of 2026.

Moldova enhances digital health with 14 new e-prescription features

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has upgraded Moldova's digital e-prescription system with 14 new functionalities.

Energy independence: Moldova diversifies power sources in December 2025

Moldova secured 458,150 MWh of electricity to meet its national consumption needs in December 2025. The majority of this supply, totaling 65.46%, was sourced through international imports.

Plahotniuc faces former PM in court as Moldova’s 'stolen billion' case intensifies

Former Moldovan Prime Minister Iurie Leanca testified on Monday, January 5, at the Chisinau Court in the high-profile trial of Vladimir Plahotniuc.

Moldova to streamline energy sector VAT declarations starting 2026

Moldova’s State Tax Service (SFS) will introduce a streamlined VAT declaration format for electricity and natural gas transactions effective January 2026.

Cuba confirms 32 soldiers killed by US forces in Venezuela during Maduro extraction

Thirty-two members of the Cuban security forces were killed during US military strikes in Venezuela, the Cuban government announced on Sunday.

UN mission says US attack does not absolve Nicolas Maduro

The "illegality of the US attack" in Venezuela does not absolve former president Nicolas Maduro of his responsibility for grave human rights violations committed by his government, a United Nations mission has assessed.