Maia Sandu and Igor Grosu, congratulatory messages after the conservatives' victory in the German elections

President Maia Sandu and the Parliament Speaker, Igor Grosu, congratulated the German conservative bloc CDU/CSU and its leader, Friedrich Merz, for the victory in Sunday's parliamentary elections. In a post on the X platform, the head of state said that Germany's leadership is essential for the strength of Europe.

Political expert: Democratic elections during wartime are impossible

Democratic elections in times of war are impossible, said political expert Igor Boțan in the show "Dimensiunea diplomatică" on Moldova 1 TV, emphasizing that holding elections in Ukraine in the current context could generate a crisis of legitimacy. According to Boțan, the insistence of the Russian Federation on organizing the elections is part of a propaganda strategy, aimed at placing Kiev in a difficult situation. On the other hand, the messages sent by US President Donald Trump are intended to convince the Ukrainian authorities to bring solid arguments demonstrating that organizing elections under these conditions is impossible.

Seven cases of measles registered since the start of the year

Seven cases of measles were reported since the start of the year. According to the National Public Health Agency (ANSP), six cases were registered in Chisinau and one case in Cimișlia.

18 students awarded at the Republican Ecology Olympiad

18 students from different localities of the Republic of Moldova were awarded at the Republican Ecology Olympiad, held between February 21 and 23, 2025. The competition brought together approximately 90 participants, including teachers and students passionate about environmental protection.

European investments in Crihana Veche: More jobs for villagers

Local authorities are looking for solutions to boost economic development in the context of the shortage of jobs in rural areas. Recently, in the village of Crihana Veche, Cahul district, a Business Development Center was inaugurated, aimed at attracting investors and creating new employment opportunities for both locals and residents of neighboring villages.

Dozens of children and young people joined "Give a Book" campaign

Dozens of children, youth and adults came to the Parliament this week to join the "Give a Book" campaign, an initiative aimed at supporting disadvantaged children from different localities in the country. The collected books will reach the beneficiaries of day care centers managed by the "Diaconia" Social Mission.

The Republic of Moldova, among the world's largest exporters of dried plums

The Republic of Moldova is among the world's largest exporters of dried plums, ranking eighth last year. Dried fruits from our country are appreciated in Romania, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Italy, Kazakhstan, France and Morocco. Fruit producers say that our products are of very high quality.

Women from Soroca benefit from modern medical services

Several medical institutions in the Republic of Moldova received modern equipment to provide sexual health services for women in our country, as well as for refugees from Ukraine. The investments amount to around 12 million lei. The modern equipment reached 71 localities, and the patients started medical investigations.

The amount of loans granted in January decreased by almost 30 percent compared to December

The number of new loans granted in January decreased by almost 30 percent compared to December, amounting to over 5.7 billion lei, according to data from the National Bank of Moldova.

Six hostages freed in seventh Israel-Hamas exchange

Six more hostages have been freed from Hamas captivity after more than 500 days. One of them also holds Romanian citizenship.

Cristian Chivu leads Parma to 2-0 victory over Bologna

Romanian coach Cristian Chivu made an impressive debut as Parma Calcio’s head coach, leading his team to a convincing 2-0 home victory over FC Bologna in Serie A Round 26.

Thousands protest in Bucharest after Romanian elections annulled

Thousands of supporters of Călin Georgescu gathered in Victory Square, Bucharest, to protest the Constitutional Court’s decision to annul the presidential elections.