Breakthrough in Geneva: Military commanders reach 'significant progress' on ceasefire terms

Military officials from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have achieved incremental yet pivotal progress in defining a ceasefire mechanism during trilateral negotiations in Geneva.

Appellate Court upholds convictions in major 2010-2013 commercial bank equity fraud

The Chisinau Appellate Court has issued a final conviction against four individuals—three men and one woman—for the fraudulent seizure of equity in a commercial bank valued at over 28 million MDL (approx. €1.42 million).

Zelenskyy reveals military progress in Geneva talks but rejects territorial concessions

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed tactical progress regarding military protocols following high-stakes negotiations with Russia and the United States. Despite this, a deep political divide persists over the status of the Donbas region.

EU-funded restoration transforms historic 1912 Mereșeni steam mill into national landmark

One of the oldest industrial sites in the Republic of Moldova, the Mereșeni steam mill, has officially gained the status of a national and international historical monument. The transformation follows a major restoration project funded by the European Union with over €400,000 (approx. 7,840,000 MDL).

Moldova’s emergency services mobilize as heavy snow causes regional disruptions

Moldovan emergency teams responded to 85 crisis calls in the last 24 hours following heavy snowfall on February 18. The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) deployed massive resources to counter severe traffic disruptions across the country.

New two-volume study reclaims Chisinau’s history from Soviet erasure

Historians Lidia Prisac and Ion Xenofontov have released a landmark two-volume encyclopedia titled "Chisinau: The Second City of Greater Romania (1918–1940)." The work meticulously reconstructs the urban landscape and daily life of the city during the interwar period. This was a pivotal era when Chisinau served as a vital cultural and economic hub within the Romanian Kingdom.

Yabloko Party challenges Moscow’s Telegram crackdown with planned protest

The liberal Yabloko party has formally notified Moscow authorities of its intent to hold a rally on March 1 in support of Telegram and freedom of speech. The proposed event, scheduled for the central Zaryadye Park, expects a turnout of up to 5,000 participants.

Moldova police chief advocates for ban on civilian handgun ownership

Moldova’s National Police Chief, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, is calling for a significant overhaul of the country’s gun laws. He argues that civilian access to handguns must be restricted following a series of high-profile armed incidents that have unsettled the public.

Students in Chișinău return to in-person classes on February 19

Students in Chisinau will resume in-person lessons on Thursday, February 19. The mayor of the capital, Ion Ceban, confirmed that this decision is based on an analysis of the current situation.

Lower bills for “Green House” beneficiaries as authorities prepare a new application call

The first beneficiary families in the government program "Green House" have completed energy-efficiency improvements to their homes. Thanks to these investments, households have significantly reduced their energy consumption from the grid and lowered their monthly bills.

Romanian doctors will provide medical consultations for ten months in several Moldovan villages

The Health Caravan, an initiative of the Romanian Red Cross, has arrived in the Republic of Moldova. On Wednesday, February 18, doctors from Romania provided consultations to residents in the village of Alexeevca in the Ungheni district. This service will be available for 10 months across various locations nationwide.

Searches at call centers in Moldova and Romania, involved in fraud: 26 people accused

The organizers of call centers involved in financial fraud, which defrauded Romanian citizens of over one million lei, were detained in a joint operation between Romania and the Republic of Moldova, carried out under the auspices of Eurojust.