Moldova’s health insurance crackdown: Lawsuits and fines for 1,500 uninsured citizens

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has initiated legal proceedings against approximately 1,500 individuals. These citizens failed to purchase mandatory health insurance premiums in 2025, as required by Moldovan law.

Moldova's Ombudsman investigates military suicide amid systemic bullying allegations

Moldova's Human Rights Ombudsman, Ceslav Panico, has launched a formal investigation into the death of a 24-year-old soldier who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on January 20. The probe focuses on allegations of systemic bullying and the failure of protective mechanisms within the National Army.

Moldova suspends Ukrainian poultry imports over metronidazole contamination

Moldova’s National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has issued a temporary suspension on all poultry and egg imports from Ukraine. The decision follows the discovery of Metronidazole, a prohibited substance, in imported feed and various poultry products.

Scammers impersonating Chisinau social workers target elderly residents

Chisinau municipal authorities have issued an urgent public alert following reports of scammers posing as social services staff to defraud elderly residents.

Moldova rental tax revenues jump 27% as landlord compliance improves

Moldova’s rental tax revenues saw a notable increase in 2025, driven by improved fiscal compliance and intensified enforcement. According to the State Tax Service (SFS), income tax collected from individuals leasing real estate rose by 27.2% between January and December 2025, reaching approximately €4.85 million (95.3 million MDL) compared to 2024.

AC Milan fall five points behind leaders Inter after Roma stalemate

AC Milan’s pursuit of the Serie A title suffered a significant setback on Saturday as they were held to a 1:1 draw by AS Roma at the Stadio Olimpico. The result leaves the "Rossoneri" trailing league leaders Inter Milan by five points following the conclusion of Matchday 22.

Ukrainian drones target strategic refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region

Debris from intercepted Ukrainian drones struck two industrial facilities in Slavyansk-na-Kubani, Russia’s Krasnodar region, sparking fires and injuring one person early Monday morning.

Moldova suspends Ukrainian poultry imports following chemical contamination find

The Republic of Moldova has temporarily suspended all imports of poultry meat and derivative products from Ukraine. Radu Musteata, Director of the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA), signed the emergency order on Monday, January 26.

Transatlantic rift: why Europe is rethinking its $3 trillion US debt portfolio

Europe currently holds approximately 10% of the total United States national debt, a figure exceeding $3 trillion (approx. €2.56 trillion). As geopolitical tensions rise, this massive financial stake is increasingly viewed as a potential "nuclear option" against unpredictable US policy shifts.

Moldovan capital suspends classes as freezing rain sends hundreds to hospital

All schools in Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, will remain closed on Monday, January 26, following a severe weather alert. Local authorities ordered the shutdown after freezing rain turned roads and sidewalks into hazardous ice rinks.

Pope Leo XIV warns of winter humanitarian crisis in Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV appealed for an immediate end to the conflict in Ukraine during his Sunday address from the Apostolic Palace. The Pontiff warned that ongoing Russian strikes are leaving civilians dangerously vulnerable to the harsh winter freeze.

Deadly US winter storm kills 10 as polar vortex grips nation

A massive winter storm has claimed at least ten lives across the United States, plunging over one million households into darkness and grounding thousands of flights.