Over 705 thousand households will receive higher compensation for energy payments for January

Over 705,000 households registered on the compensatii.gov.md platform will receive financial support for their energy costs for January. The total budget allocated for this support is approximately 706 million lei. According to the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, the amount provided this month is higher because it includes a one-time payment for both heating and electricity compensation.

Romanian political analyst: The extreme right aims to stage a coup. Whose interest does this serve?

“We can expect those who are trying to create unrest in Romanian political life to be successful. But whose interests would it benefit if such events unfolded in Chișinău or Bucharest? It would be in Russia's interest,” warned Cristian Pîrvulescu, political analyst, in an interview with Moldova 1 TV. He said that “the extreme right aims to stage a coup.” Some experts featured on the show “IN CONTEXT” anticipate that we may see significant political changes in Romania.

Gas for the Transnistrian region // Hungarian company claims that transit depends on Ukraine

The Hungarian MET Group confirmed its readiness to deliver natural gas to the Republic of Moldova. However, these deliveries can only occur if Ukraine's Gas Transmission System Operator permits transit. In its statement, MET emphasized that the current situation is humanitarian and requires support from the entire European community. Experts warn that Tiraspol's refusal to accept European aid and its reliance on intermediaries create economic uncertainties. Additionally, there are concerns that financing may indirectly come from Russia, which could reinforce Moscow's influence in the region.

Zimbru Chișinău strengthens squad with Spanish and Ivorian signings

Zimbru Chișinău has signed a new player, who was trained at FC Barcelona and their local rival Espanyol.

Klaus Iohannis resigns: Romanian leaders react to decision

Romania’s political scene has erupted following President Klaus Iohannis' resignation, announced on February 10.

Sweden pledges 8.7 million euros to reduce Moldova's energy vulnerability

Sweden is going to provide the Republic of Moldova with approximately 8.7 million euros to help reduce its energy vulnerability. Benjamin Dousa, Sweden’s Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, made the announcement today during a press conference in Chișinău.

Tiraspol rejects European aid, raising concerns over Russian funding

Tiraspol's decision to reject European aid and to import gas through intermediaries has sparked uncertainties about its economic impact and the true source of funding, experts suggest.

Transnistrian region secures gas after rejecting EU aid

The Moldovan government has approved a legal exemption allowing Moldovagaz to sign direct contracts for supplying gas to the Transnistrian region.

Klaus Iohannis resigns as Romania faces political crisis

Romanian President Klaus Iohannis announced on Monday, in a press statement at Cotroceni Palace, that he will resign from office on February 12.

Philadelphia Eagles win Super Bowl 2025 with 40-22 victory

The Philadelphia Eagles, the American football team, won last night’s Super Bowl in the National Football League, securing their second championship title.

Smoking carelessness causes deadly fires in Moldova

Carelessness while smoking caused several fires, leading to the deaths of three individuals, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU). The incidents were reported on Sunday, February 9.

Tiraspol refuses European help, opts for Hungarian gas

The regime in Tiraspol has rejected the European Union's €60 million aid, which was intended to help reduce the energy dependence of the Transnistrian region, as announced by Prime Minister Dorin Recean.