EU Council Decision: Moldovans to get free EU roaming starting January 1, 2026

Beginning January 1, 2026, citizens of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine will be able to make calls, send messages, and use mobile internet in the European Union without incurring additional charges, thanks to the "Roam Like at Home" policy. This decision, which was approved by the EU Council on Friday, July 25, represents a significant advancement in the economic and digital integration of these two countries into the European single market.

Support for Moldovan farmers: Producers welcome EU fruit export decision

Moldovan farmers are pleased with the European Union's decision to increase export quotas for plums, apples, table grapes, and cherries. Following the official announcement, Teleradio-Moldova journalists spoke with several local producers who expressed that expanded access to the European market is a significant step toward supporting the agricultural sector.

Taraclia’s former university becomes a branch of Bulgaria’s "Angel Kanchev" University: Agreement signed in Sofia

The former "Grigore Țambalac" University in Taraclia will be transformed into a branch of the "Angel Kanchev" University in Ruse, Bulgaria. The agreement formalizing this transition will be signed on Sunday, July 27, in the presence of the prime ministers of Chisinau and Sofia, Dorin Recean and Rossen Jeliazkov.

Plahotniuc and Țuțu in handcuffs before Athens court

Vladimir Plahotniuc and Constantin Țuțu, who were detained in Greece on July 22, appeared in court in Athens on Friday, July 25, to be questioned regarding the possession of false documents.

“Laundromat” case: Veaceslav Platon sentenced to 24 years in prison in Russia. Moldova may have “greater chances” of securing his extradition

Veaceslav Platon, currently in the United Kingdom and released on bail in an extradition case at Moldova’s request, was sentenced in absentia to 24 years in prison by a Moscow court. According to Russia’s General Prosecutor’s Office, Platon was found guilty of illegally conducting foreign currency operations using falsified documents, which allegedly led to the unlawful transfer of over 48 billion rubles (approximately 600 million USD) out of the country between 2013 and 2014.

Two attempts to corrupt border officers at Leuseni customs

Two Moldovan drivers attempted to bribe border police officers this week, but the cases were reported to law enforcement. The bribe was offered in exchange for facilitating their passage across the border.

Moldova joins global ePhyto network for electronic phytosanitary certificates

This week, the Republic of Moldova successfully joined the international hub for electronic phytosanitary certification known as ePhyto. This unique and centralized system enables the digital exchange of phytosanitary certificates between national authorities in various countries. By doing so, it significantly reduces the risks associated with printed documents, eliminates the possibility of forgery, and accelerates both export and import processes.

Fire at Ungheni District Hospital basement: 26 people evacuated

A fire broke out on the morning of July 25 at the Ungheni District Hospital. Following the incident, 26 people were evacuated, with no reported casualties.

Disinformation on TikTok: Hundreds of fake news accounts tracked daily by authorities

Law enforcement identified a new disinformation campaign on the TikTok platform. The General Inspectorate of Police (IGP) reports that it detects and documents hundreds of accounts each day that are spreading thousands of videos containing false information. These videos pertain to the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28 and Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine.

€17M in EU funds for five Moldovan towns

The European Union is investing more than 17 million lei in urban revitalization projects across five towns and municipalities in the Republic of Moldova: Râșcani, Nisporeni, Ceadâr-Lunga, Cimișlia, and Hâncești. These projects are funded through the "EU4Moldova Resilient: Secure State, Strong Communities" initiative, which is implemented by the Solidarity Fund PL in Moldova.

Moldova wins two medals and two honorable mentions at the International Physics Olympiad

The Olympic team from the Republic of Moldova won two silver medals and received two honorable mentions at the International Physics Olympiad held in Paris, France, from July 17 to 25, 2025.

Drama and memory: “Homework Assignment” staged tonight in Great National Assembly Square

Citizens are invited to the Great National Assembly Square on the evening of Friday, July 25, to watch the open-air performance of “Homework Assignment”, staged by actors from the “Vasile Alecsandri” Theatre in Bălți. The play will begin at 8:00 PM, according to the Government.