Russian ambassador is not among the nine ambassadors who handed their letters of accreditation to Maia Sandu

Nine countries have new ambassadors to the Republic of Moldova after President Maia Sandu received their letters of accreditation on 17 February.

Moldovan suspect in Poland sabotage case allegedly pulled train’s emergency brake

A 25-year-old man from Moldova was detained by Polish law enforcement officers after allegedly pulling the emergency brake of a freight train carrying crude oil.

3-year-old girl saved through complex surgery in Moldova

A three-year-old girl was given a new chance at life after doctors at the "Natalia Gheorghiu" National Scientific and Practical Center for Pediatric Surgery, part of the Institute of Mother and Child, performed a highly complex emergency surgical procedure.

PN deputies seek details from Prosecutor’s Office on potential gas procurement probe

Members of the "Our Party" (PN) parliamentary faction are seeking information from the Prosecutor's Office regarding the ongoing investigations into the acquisition of energy resources from 2021 to 2025.

“French” wine for US market, actually Moldovan; winery causes 5 million lei loss to French company

A Moldovan company allegedly produced and exported wine branded as French to the United States of America (USA). Law enforcement officers uncovered a scheme involving copyright infringement, with estimated damages of around five million lei.

RISE Moldova: Marina Tauber reportedly holds over $560,000 in a sanctioned Russian bank

Former MP Marina Tauber reportedly has over half a million dollars deposited in a Russian bank that is under international sanctions and linked to Kremlin-associated circles. This information comes from an investigation published by RISE Moldova, which claims that this amount is not included in her most recent asset declaration.

Road patrols monitor all night to ensure traffic safety

Traffic on national public roads is underway this morning under cold-season conditions, according to the National Roads Administration. The agency reports that overnight, intervention teams patrolled and continuously monitored all road sectors, responding promptly wherever necessary.

New nurseries: nearly 300 million lei requested, 135 million lei available

A total of over 298 million lei has been requested from the National Fund for Regional and Local Development (FNDRL) to support the establishment of 102 nurseries. This funding request is part of the third edition of the National Program titled "Public nursery services - employed parents, children in nurseries."

Vladimir Plahotniuc brought in and questioned at Supreme Court of Justice in “kuliok” case

After several postponements and a refusal to voluntarily appear in court, Vladimir Plahotniuc was forcibly brought to the Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) hearing on February 17 in the "kuliok" case, where he is a witness.

“Let’s read together!”: Six books and dozens of author meetings nationwide

The National Library for Children "Ion Creangă" has launched the 15th edition of its national campaign to promote reading, titled "Let's read together!" This year, the project features six books aimed at different age groups, authored by Claudia Partole, Ianoș Țurcanu, Radmila Popovici, Maria Ivanov, Paula Erizanu, and Val Butnaru.

Time capsule found inside the statue of Stephen the Great in Iași

A real time capsule was discovered in Iași. It contains a letter that is nearly 150 years old, hidden inside the statue of Stephen the Great and Saint. The artifact was found during restoration work on the monument and serves as a testament to those who constructed the statue.

Antidepressant imports surge: nearly 1.3 million boxes sold in a year

The import and consumption of antidepressant drugs have been rising in the Republic of Moldova. In the past year, nearly 1.3 million boxes were sold in pharmacies across the country, representing a 17 percent increase compared to 2022, according to data from the Medicines Agency.