A police officer detained for bribing

A man from Nisporeni tried to avoid a sanction and escape criminal liability, and the policeman who was supposed to "help" him ended up being detained in turn. This is an employee of the Nisporeni Police Inspectorate, caught when he was illegally receiving 4,000 lei from a resident of the city.

Security Forum 2025: “Russia failed to derail Moldova’s European path”

The Republic of Moldova has chosen to align itself with the European Union, viewing this choice as a vital security measure. Citizens have the right to determine their own future, and support from partners who share similar values is essential for achieving their goals and enhancing resilience against external threats. These statements were made during the second edition of the Security Forum of the Republic of Moldova, held on November 18 and 19 in Chisinau.

Flag of the Republic of Moldova, flown at the European Commission to mark Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu's first visit to Brussels

On Tuesday, November 18, the flag of the Republic of Moldova was raised alongside 28 other European flags in front of the European Commission. This event marked the first visit to Brussels by Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu. The visit coincided with the Prime Minister's participation in two significant European events focused on the future of the European Union and the strengthening of the continental economic partnership.

EU Court upholds sanctions against Maria Albot, an associate of convicted Ilan Șor

The General Court of the European Union (EU) has rejected former MEP Maria Albot's request to annul the sanctions imposed on her by the EU in 2024. These sanctions target her as a close relative of the convicted Ilan Șor. Additionally, the court dismissed her claim for compensation for the material and non-material damages she alleges to have suffered due to the sanctions.

"Forest Generation": Volunteers plant over 1.2 million saplings last weekend

Over 8,300 volunteers from the Republic of Moldova planted 1.22 billion saplings on 286 hectares over the past weekend. The mobilization took place as part of the national afforestation campaign "Forest Generation."

Brussels proposes opening negotiations on all six clusters at once—possibly later—as a path for Moldova and Ukraine’s EU accession

There is unanimous agreement among European Union (EU) member states to support the Republic of Moldova's advancement in the enlargement process. However, this progress is currently hindered by the situation in Ukraine and Hungary's stance on the matter. Gert Jan Koopman, Director General of the EU Directorate for Enlargement and Eastern Neighborhood, made this statement on November 17 during a discussion hosted by the Center for European Policies in collaboration with the "Republic of Moldova - European Union" Club, which took place in Brussels.

Medical graduates assigned to institutions facing specialist shortages

On November 17, nearly 160 graduates from the Medicine class of 2025 were assigned to medical institutions across the country. This placement was organized by the Ministry of Health, which focuses on assigning young specialists to units facing a critical shortage of staff.

Life insurance remains unpopular: Moldovans spend under 4 lei per day on coverage

In the Republic of Moldova, health and life insurance are among the least popular forms of coverage for individuals. Many people perceive these options as too expensive or lack a clear understanding of their real benefits, leading them to avoid purchasing insurance. However, experts in the field emphasize that these insurance products should not be overlooked, as they can offer crucial financial support in the event of unexpected and costly life situations.

National Youth Council calls for compensatory measures for students: subsidies, vouchers, free accommodation

On International Students' Day, youth in the Republic of Moldova are advocating for higher scholarships and more opportunities. On November 17, the National Youth Council of Moldova (CNTM) launched a petition urging the government to either raise scholarships to the subsistence level or implement equitable support measures for students.

Justice reform under strain: the Supreme Court has only eight judges. Veronica Mihailov-Moraru: ‘We need 20'

The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) is currently facing a significant shortage of judges, with only eight of the 20 positions filled. Presidential advisor and former Minister of Justice Veronica Mihailov-Moraru stated in an interview with IPN that it is essential to fill these vacancies in order to advance reforms in the justice sector.

Bălți: Sports event supporting inclusion of Ukrainian refugee children

Students from Moldova and Ukraine collaborated in a sports competition held in Balti. Participants reported that the event successfully achieved its goal of promoting the inclusion of refugee children from the war-torn country.

Former political prisoner Ilie Ilașcu dies at 73; he will be buried in Bucharest

The former political prisoner of the separatist regime in Tiraspol, Ilie Ilascu, who had been living in Romania for many years, died on Monday, November 17, at the age of 73. The announcement was made on his Facebook page.