Growth Plan Agreement for the Republic of Moldova was signed in Chișinău

The Growth Plan Agreement for the Republic of Moldova, valued at 1.9 billion euros, was signed in Chisinau by European Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement Marta Kos and Prime Minister Dorin Recean. According to the European official, this document signifies a substantial investment in the Republic of Moldova's development and its journey toward European Union accession.

Flowers laid at the "Eternitate" Memorial. Maia Sandu: "The victory of peace restored our hope for a future built on freedom"

Maia Sandu, the Head of State, along with Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, Prime Minister Dorin Recean, and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, laid flowers this morning at the "Eternitate" Memorial Complex in Chisinau to honor those who lost their lives in World War II. The Head of State emphasized the significance of May 9, a day that commemorates the victims of war while also celebrating peace and European values.

How May 9th has evolved as a holiday in the Republic of Moldova

In the Republic of Moldova, May 9 has been commemorated consistently over the past thirty years with ceremonies, public events, and symbolic actions. This date combines the observance of Victory Day in World War II with Europe Day, giving it a dual significance that reflects how both authorities and citizens choose to honor it.

Dorin Recean: "On May 9, we all celebrate peace"

On Friday, May 9, all Moldovans come together to celebrate peace. Everyone honors those who lost their lives to make this peace a reality. Prime Minister Dorin Recean shared this on Thursday evening during the "Bună Seara" show on Moldova 1. He pointed out that this tragic and significant topic is often exploited to create divisions among citizens.

A lifer, recently released from prison, was detained again

Another person sentenced to life imprisonment but released from detention on March 24 by the Rezina court, was detained, the Police of the Republic of Moldova announced.

Expert: Commissioner Marta Kos’s visit signals strengthened European support

The visits of top officials to Chisinau, including European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, reaffirm the European Union's commitment to supporting the Republic of Moldova's European integration. Grigore Guzun, expert in international relations, notes that these visits demonstrate the EU's support and friendship toward our country. He emphasizes that Moldova's accession to the EU largely depends on the political class's willingness and the outcomes of the parliamentary elections scheduled for the fall.

Surgeon Dumitru Tabac passed away at 73

Dr. Dumitru Tabac, one of the most respected surgeons in the Republic of Moldova, passed away on May 7, 2025, in Chisinau. His colleagues at the Republican Clinical Hospital "Timofei Moșneaga," where he worked for decades, made the sad announcement.

Member of Parliament honored the heroes who fell in World War II

Today, the heroes who sacrificed their lives during World War II were honored in a plenary session of Parliament. Members of Parliament observed a moment of silence, and the Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, expressed gratitude to the veterans. He also symbolically recited the names of the 25 remaining living veterans.

World War II veterans can receive one-off aid of 30 thousand lei

Veterans of the Second World War can now access their one-off benefits in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. According to the National Social Insurance House, the funds have been credited to the veterans' social cards. Those without a social card can collect their money at any post office across the country.

Candidate profile // George Simion – from unionist activist to far-right favorite

George Simion, the leader of the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR), is one of the most controversial candidates in the 2025 presidential elections in Romania. With a nationalist and anti-establishment discourse inspired by Donald Trump's MAGA movement, Simion successfully advanced in the first round of the elections and qualified for the second round with a significant lead.

Candidate profile // Nicușor Dan – from civic activist to pro-European alternative

Nicușor Dan is an independent politician and the current mayor of Bucharest. He is also a candidate for the 2025 presidential election. Trained as a mathematician, he graduated from the École Normale Supérieure in Paris. In Romania, he is recognized for his civic activism, his efforts to combat corruption, and his strong pro-European stance. He became a significant political figure in the 2010s when he founded the Union Save Bucharest, which later served as the foundation for the formation of the Union Save Romania (USR).

May 8–9 and Nazi Germany’s capitulation: a carefully preserved historical ambiguity

Two distinct commemorations reflect two opposing worlds rather than a path to reconciliation. On Thursday, May 8, the West—represented by cities such as Paris, London, and even Kiev—celebrates the day in May 1945 when Nazi Germany surrendered, acknowledging the joint offensive by the Western Allies and the USSR. Conversely, on Friday, May 9, Moscow will hold a massive military parade that emphasizes anti-Western sentiments. This event will feature the leaders of the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) and numerous African heads of state, representing over half of the world's population.