Chisinau discusses expanding collaboration to combat crime in the Munich Security Conference

The security of the borders and communities of the Republic of Moldova, the intensification of collaboration between the Republic of Moldova and INTERPOL, as well as the country's European integration, were the main topics addressed by the delegation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) during bilateral meetings with officials from Germany, the Netherlands and INTERPOL. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.

Alexei Navalny's supporters organize risky commemorative events, one year after the Russian opponent's death

One year after the death in prison of the Kremlin's main opponent, Alexei Navalny, his supporters are set to organize commemorative events on Sunday, including a visit to his grave in Moscow, despite the risk of reprisals from the authorities, AFP reports.

Moldovan President after the Munich Security Conference: "Peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine, nor Europe"

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, declared, after the Munich Security Conference, that a united Europe is the only path to peace, security, and prosperity and that peace in Ukraine "cannot be decided without Ukraine, nor Europe."

Comrat demands resumption of flights to Moscow and cancellation of elections in the Republic of Moldova. Government: "We do not accept illegal practices"

The participants in the congress of deputies and authorities of all levels in Comrat, convened today, adopted a resolution in which they demanded, among other things, the resumption of Chisinau-Moscow flights, although this is impossible because the airspace of Ukraine cannot be crossed due to the war provoked by the Russian Federation. They advocate for an address to the Venice Commission to annul the results of the presidential elections and the referendum on the country's accession to the European Union. Also, under the resolution, a request will be sent to the USA to examine how the Law on the special status of the Gagauzian Autonomous Region is being respected. The government in Chisinau rejects the accusations of non-respect for the region's autonomy and regards the congress's requests as an attempt at destabilization.

Victims of the Afghan War commemorated in Chisinau

Veterans of the Afghan War were commemorated on Saturday in Chisinau, 36 years after the withdrawal of Soviet troops from the country. The ceremony held at the “Sons of the Fatherland – Holy Memory” Memorial Complex was attended by officials, veterans and relatives of those who fell on the battlefield.

Plahotniuc targeted by Interpol: he appears on the official list of wanted persons

A week after being placed on the international wanted list, Vladimir Plahotniuc, the former leader of the Democratic Party of the Republic of Moldova, appeared on the official Interpol website, among the internationally wanted persons.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Meeting of the Lord

The Orthodox Christians who follow the old calendar on February 15 observe the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple or the Meeting of the Lord, which is one of the twelve Great Feasts. It falls 40 days after the Nativity.

Mihai Popșoi discussed with counterparts from Poland, Lithuania, Iceland and Portugal

The security situation in the region, the impact of the war in Ukraine on the Republic of Moldova and the necessary measures to increase the country's energy resilience were the topics discussed on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference by Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, during bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Poland, Lithuania, Iceland and Portugal.

36 years since the end of the Afghanistan war. Maia Sandu: "Let's keep the peace and not remain indifferent to the tragedy that is happening right next to us"

Today, February 15, it turns 36 years since the end of the war in Afghanistan, a conflict in which over 12,500 Moldovans were sent to fight, and 301 never returned home. In this context, the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, sent a commemorative message, recalling the sacrifice of veterans and the suffering of their families.

A bus on the Kiev-Chisinau route overturned in Florești: 16 passengers were transported to the hospital

As many as 16 people were taken to hospital with various injuries after a bus on the Kiev-Chișinău route overturned and was thrown into a tree. According to the Police, the accident occurred this morning, around 05:00, on the R-14 route, near the village of Ciripcău, Florești district.

Meteorologists forecast sleet and snowfall for this weekend

This weekend, winter brings snowfall, negative temperatures and difficult road conditions. Meteorologists announce that sleet and snowfall will be recorded over large areas on Saturday, and snowfall will continue on Sunday and Monday.

Gas supplies to Transnistria: European trader delivers while Russia claims credit

The Transnistrian region began receiving natural gas from the European trader MET on February 14, with financing provided by a Dubai-based company.