Chișinău Airport saw a record number of passengers in September

Chisinau’s "Eugen Doga" International Airport set a new passenger record in September. Nearly 762,000 people passed through the airport—an increase of approximately 116,000 compared to the same period last year.

Moldova Security Forum 2026: Moldova is NATO's largest defense funding recipient, aiming for strength and stability

The Republic of Moldova has become the largest recipient of funds for strengthening defense capabilities, being regarded by leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the European Union (EU) as an experienced ally in countering hybrid warfare. International support focuses on modernizing the National Army and countering large-scale cyberattacks.

Lithuanian Deputy Minister: "Russia tests NATO with drones; Ukraine protects us at a cost"

Russia is intensifying its attacks on Ukraine and using drones to test NATO's reaction and spread uncertainty within Western societies. For this reason, it is essential to strengthen regional security and maintain support for Kyiv, regardless of economic pressures. These statements were made to Moldova 1 by Lithuania's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kristupas Vaitiekūnas.

EU gas imports from Russia rose temporarily, but Europe is not returning to dependence, Stopfals.md

Russian gas imports into the European Union rose slightly in 2026; however, this increase is temporary and comes against the backdrop of Russia's gas phase-out. According to an analysis published by Stopfals.md, Russia's share of EU gas imports has dropped from approximately 45% in 2021 to around 12%, and the European Union has already adopted a timeline for completely eliminating Russian imports. The analysis further indicates that the Republic of Moldova does not purchase Russian gas through intermediaries and that the lower price in Ukraine is attributable to domestic production and a special regulatory mechanism.

71 candidates registered for Gagauzia's People's Assembly by October 8

Another 37 candidates for deputy seats in the People's Assembly of Gagauzia have been officially registered for the November 15 elections. As of October 8, the number of registered candidates has reached 71, according to the Central Electoral Council of Gagauzia (CECG).

Firewood stocks for winter announced by Environment Minister

The Republic of Moldova has sufficient firewood for the cold season, and prices have generally remained at the same level as in previous years. The Minister of the Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, said that approximately 45,000 steres of wood are available for sale, with another 120,000 scheduled to be harvested. The first new supplies should be available starting October 15.

"Quit smoking for your loved ones". New cigarette pack warnings

Cigarette packs sold in the Republic of Moldova will be required to display more prominent health warnings, including messages regarding the risks of smoking to children, families, and pregnant women. Parliament passed these changes in the second reading on Thursday, October 8. The new rules apply to both conventional cigarettes and related products—including electronic cigarettes—and aim to provide consumers with clearer information about the health effects of tobacco.

NATO has economic and military superiority over Russia, expert at the Moldova Security Forum

European security no longer stops at the European Union's borders; it depends directly on the Republic of Moldova's resilience and the support it provides to Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. At the same time, hybrid attacks and drone incursions into Moldovan territory constitute clear tactics of intimidation, according to experts gathered at the third edition of the Moldova Security Forum 2026, who emphasize that defending the Eastern Flank is a shared responsibility of the entire Euro-Atlantic bloc.

Igor Grosu: Defense budget doubled in four years

The Republic of Moldova has nearly doubled its defense budget over the past four years, rising from under 900 million lei in 2022 to nearly two billion lei today. At the same time, its neutral status does not hinder the strengthening of its defense capabilities, given that the war on its border poses real security risks. Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu made this statement during the third edition of the Moldova Security Forum 2026.

Moldovan extradited from the US for international fraud

A 44-year-old Moldovan national, wanted internationally for committing fraud on an exceptionally large scale, has been extradited from the United States to the Republic of Moldova. The International Police Cooperation Directorate of the General Police Inspectorate carried out the extradition based on a final deportation order and with the support of the competent US authorities.

The first 120,000 flu vaccine doses have arrived in Moldova

The first 120,000 doses of influenza vaccine—out of a total of 240,000 doses procured for the 2026–2027 cold season—have arrived in the Republic of Moldova. The shipment has been stored at the National Vaccine Depot of the National Agency for Public Health (ANSP) and is set to be distributed to public health centers for the immunization of individuals at high risk of illness.

War in Ukraine raises risks for Moldova, experts warn

The Republic of Moldova remains vulnerable to security threats, and strengthening defense capabilities and cooperation with partner states are essential for protecting the country, experts state in the context of the security forum held in Chisinau. According to them, the country's role must be analyzed not only through the lens of its own security but also through the contribution it can make to the security of the entire region.