US-backed swap frees Moldovan officers

A US-backed international swap freed two Moldovan Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) officers from Russian captivity. The multilateral operation took several months and actively involved the United States, Poland, and Romania.

Global energy prices to jump 24 percent

The World Bank warns that global energy prices will surge by 24 percent this year. This marks the highest peak since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The baseline forecast depends on Middle East supply disruptions easing by May.

Russians turn to occult amid war

The demand for fortune tellers, tarot readers, and astrologers is surging in Russia. Experts say citizens are turning to mystical rituals to find comfort amid the ongoing war and widespread instability.

Moldova fines car washes €51,000 for toxic waste leaks

Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder announced that authorities imposed fines totaling €51,000 (approx. 1,000,000 MDL) following a massive crackdown on car washes last month.

Moldova-Romania highway bridge 50% complete

Construction on the first highway-level bridge over the Prut River in over 60 years has officially reached the halfway mark. The strategic infrastructure project, linking Zagarancea in the Republic of Moldova to Ungheni in Romania, will provide a direct connection to the forthcoming A8 Highway.

Moldova digitizes Dniester monitoring to boost water security

The Ministry of Environment will install 15 automated water flow monitoring stations along the Dniester River by November 2026. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder announced that these digital systems will replace outdated manual stations, providing authorities with real-time data on water levels and potential environmental risks.

Exiled Chechen claims Muslims ready to seize Moscow

Muslims living in Moscow are prepared to seize power when the time is right, according to a former Chechen official. The goal is to establish a favorable government and stop Russia from harming neighboring nations.

€5.6M diesel subsidy for Moldovan farms

The Moldovan government will allocate €5.61 million (approx. 110 million MDL) from its Reserve Fund to subsidize diesel costs for farmers between March 1 and May 31. This emergency stabilization measure is scheduled for approval during the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, April 29.

EP backs 12% boost to EU funds for Moldova

The European Parliament approved a report on April 28 proposing a 12% increase in the "Global Europe" budget line. This boost targets the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) to support candidate states like Moldova.

Moldova launches Patient's Voice medical feedback platform

Following any medical visit, procedure, or hospitalization, patients in Moldova can now provide feedback on the quality of healthcare services. They can offer praise or suggest improvements using the new Patient's Voice platform. Authorities launched this initiative on April 28 to improve the dialogue between medical institutions and citizens.

Constanta Port acquires Moldova's maritime gateway

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has finalized the sale of ICS Danube Logistics to Romania's Constanța Port. The transaction, officially completed on December 31, 2025, transfers full ownership of the operator managing Moldova's Giurgiulești Free International Port (PILG). This strategic acquisition secures Romania's state-owned port operator as the sole owner of Moldova's only maritime gateway.

EP waives Șoșoacă's immunity

The European Parliament has voted to waive the parliamentary immunity of Romanian MEP Diana Iovanovici Șoșoacă. The plenary vote on Tuesday, April 28, clears the path for Romanian prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against her.