Moldova to launch full EU technical negotiations in early 2026

Moldova could launch "technical negotiations" with the European Union for all six policy clusters in early 2026, according to the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov.

Moldova expands Eurovision 2026 final to 16 artists after high-caliber auditions

Sixteen artists have secured their spots in the Eurovision 2026 National Final. The finalists were selected on December 16 following intense live auditions organized as part of the country’s official selection process.

EU funds energy communities in Moldova to slash SME electricity bills

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Republic of Moldova are set to sharpen their market edge by slashing overheads through a new renewable energy initiative.

Venice Commission warns Moldova against merging specialized anti-corruption offices

The creation of a new unified prosecution body in Moldova, known as PACCO, is a "recipe for failure" that ignores years of functional expertise, according to justice expert Alexandru Bot.

Trump expands US travel restrictions for 40 nations starting 2026

The United States is set to broaden entry restrictions for citizens from nearly 40 countries, citing critical risks to national security and public safety. The measures, outlined in a proclamation signed by President Donald Trump, are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026.

EU gives Moldova green light for all negotiation clusters

The European Union has recognized Moldova's significant progress in its accession journey, confirming that all six negotiation clusters are technically ready to open.

EU scraps mandatory 2035 ban on combustion engine cars

The European Union (EU) on Tuesday scrapped its mandatory 2035 switch to electric vehicles (EVs) for car manufacturers, an iconic environmental measure, citing the growing crisis facing the auto industry in Europe.

Zelenskyy reveals secret post-war security plan involving foreign troops

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that several nations have drafted a confidential document detailing the specific security guarantees they are prepared to offer Ukraine once the war ends.

New Russia law shields Putin from ICC war crimes arrest warrant

Russia’s parliament, the State Duma, approved a bill on Tuesday to ban the enforcement of foreign criminal court rulings, a move designed to shield President Vladimir Putin from the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant, French news agency AFP reports.

Moldova math exam pass rates soar from 3% to 52% after state tutoring

The pass rate for 9th-grade math graduation exams in Moldova has surged from a staggering 3% to 52%. Officials attribute this turnaround to a free remedial program launched by the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC).

Ousmane Dembele wins FIFA The Best 2025 men’s player award

Ousmane Dembele has been named the best men’s footballer in the world for 2025, securing the prestigious FIFA The Best trophy.

VIDEO | Shootings in Căpriana: Environmental Guard officer beaten with rifle butt; suspect identified

There was a serious incident in Căpriana, located in the Strașeni district. On the evening of December 15, a member of the National Environmental Guard was reportedly struck with the butt of a gun during a control mission. Additionally, a bullet was fired into the team's vehicle. Law enforcement officials have announced that they have identified a suspect in the case. Representatives from the Căpriana forestry district assert that their employees were not involved in this incident.