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Orthodox Christians celebrate the Nativity in the old style

Orthodox Christians who follow the old church calendar celebrate Christmas today, January 7. Traditionally, Christians go to church, and then gather together with their families at the festive table to mark the Birth of Jesus Christ.

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On this day, just like on December 25, when Christmas is celebrated in a new style, carolers come to people's houses to announce the Nativity of the Lord, and the housewives thank them with sweets, fruits or money.

Christmas, which is part of the 12 great princely or imperial holidays, is preceded by a 40-day fast. Along with Moldovans, Christians from Greece, the Russian Federation, Bulgaria, Georgia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Serbia and Ethiopia also celebrate today.

The day after Christmas, on January 8, the Cathedral of the Mother of God is celebrated, and on January 9, the Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen is commemorated.

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Government reshuffles criticized by opposition and extra-parliamentary parties
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Government reshuffles criticized by opposition and extra-parliamentary parties

The government reshuffles were criticized by parliamentary and extra-parliamentary opposition parties who say they expected more changes in key ministries and other ministerial candidacies. The largest party in the parliamentary opposition - the Socialist Party - announced that it would demand the resignation of the Recean Government in corpore and the triggering of early parliamentary elections.

First Security Forum was organized in Chisinau
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First Security Forum was organized in Chisinau

The Republic of Moldova is facing growing challenges, such as foreign interference and the need for institutional transparency, which are testing the country's resilience. These topics emerged prominently during the inaugural Chisinau Security Forum. Participants acknowledged that security remains a critical priority for Moldova and highlighted the necessity of modernizing the national army while also deepening partnerships with the North Atlantic Alliance.

Street in Chisinau closed to traffic by December 18
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Street in Chisinau closed to traffic by December 18

Road traffic will be suspended on the section between Aurel David str. and Pantelimon Halippa str. until December 18, according to the General Police Inspectorate. This measure was implemented due to ongoing intervention works on the aqueduct network in Ion Nistor str.