Moldova leads EU accession among candidate countries in 2025

The European Commission will release its annual European Commission report on the progress of EU candidate countries on Tuesday, November 4.

Trump confirms he is not considering Tomahawk missile delivery to Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he is currently not considering the possibility of supplying Tomahawk long-range missiles to Ukraine.

Baby boom at Chișinău Zoo: Rare Hungarian Steppe Cattle calf born

A baby boom has occurred at the Chișinău Zoological Garden. A rare Hungarian Steppe Cattle calf, a kangaroo joey, and a meerkat pup have all arrived in a single, simultaneous wave of rare animal births.

Israel's ambassador praises Moldovan workforce amid deepening economic cooperation

Israeli diplomat Yoram Elron addressed the safety of the estimated 13,000 Moldovan citizens living in the country and discussed Israel's security stance on Iran and continuous negotiations with Palestine.

Zelensky thanks Germany for Patriot air defense systems delivery

Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, announced that Germany has transferred Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, following a critical agreement between the two nations, BBC News reports.

Mazar-e Sharif rocked by deadly 6.3 magnitude Afghanistan earthquake

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck early Monday near Mazar-e Sharif in northern Afghanistan, resulting in at least 10 confirmed deaths and injuring nearly 260 residents, local authorities reported.

Putin 'plans to rule Russia until 2050' and rival Ivan the Terrible

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly aiming to rule until 2050, according to the British tabloid The Daily Star, which cited investigative journalist Ilia Davliatcin.

Grand Egyptian Museum opens, featuring complete Tutankhamun collection

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located mere steps from the famous Giza Pyramids, has officially opened its doors to the public.

Moldova joins the EU’s common online customs declaration system

Moldovan freight carriers and those transiting through the Republic of Moldova will no longer face long queues at customs or complicated procedures. As of Saturday, they can submit customs declarations using a unified European system for managing customs operations. This new mechanism will simplify customs procedures and significantly reduce waiting times. Authorities in Chisinau emphasize that this development represents Moldova's full integration into the European system for managing transit operations.

American volunteer impressed by village life: "I'm happy to work with Moldovan children"

A young man from the United States who came to the Republic of Moldova through the Peace Corps program quickly integrated into the community of Râșcova, in the Criuleni district. He teaches English to children and participates in community development activities. After four months in the country, Nathan reports that he has fallen in love with the hospitality of the people and the simplicity of life in the village.

Civil protection drill organized for local mayors in Taraclia

Mayors from the southern region of the country have expressed confidence in their ability to handle emergencies. They participated in a practical civil protection exercise organized by the Taraclia District Emergency Situations Section. Additionally, a review of the gas masks held by local authorities was conducted. These training sessions occur once every five years.

Chiveri: Transnistrian reintegration should be a gradual process with broad social involvement

Valeriu Chiveri, the new Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, advocates for the gradual reintegration of the Transnistrian region into the legal, economic, financial, customs, health, educational, and information systems of the Republic of Moldova. He emphasizes that this process is extensive and complex, requiring the involvement of the entire society.