Yellow code for strong winds throughout the country: meteorologists warn the population to be cautious
Moldova1,
5 April 2025 17:20
Meteorologists issued a yellow wind warning for the entire country on Saturday, April 5. According to the State Hydrometeorological Service, starting at 3:00 p.m. and until Sunday, April 6, at 10:00 p.m., north-west winds are forecast to increase in gusts of up to 15–20 meters per second.
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about 2 hours ago
12:20
Moldovan school cafeterias that will soon begin offering free meals to students in grades five through nine are set to undergo major upgrades.
11:40
To help preserve and share Romania’s authentic Easter traditions, the Nicolae Bulat History Museum in Soroca organized a special workshop focused on traditional egg decorating.
about 6 hours ago
10:30
The Kursk region in the Russian Federation was hit by a large-scale drone attack on the night of April 15, between Monday and Tuesday, according to BBC reports.
9:20
A cold wave and frosts have recently devastated early fruit orchards across several regions of the country, with farmers in the north witnessing the damage to apricot, plum, and cherry trees that had just bloomed.
about 8 hours ago
8:30
In an interview with Ukrainian journalist Dmytro Gordon, Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean addressed key issues concerning Moldova’s national security and the Transnistrian conflict.
7:30
Russian attacks on civilian areas in Ukraine constitute war crimes and form part of a deliberate, unacceptable campaign to intimidate Ukrainian society, in violation of international conventions.
about 17 hours ago
20:40
The European Union has decided to suspend, until July 14, its countermeasures against the unjustified tariffs announced by the United States, according to a statement released Monday on the European Commission’s website.
18:50
The Constitutional Court's decision to declare the involvement of the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG) in appointing the Chief Prosecutor of the autonomy unconstitutional has generated divergent reactions.
18:20
At only 17 years old, Moldovan weightlifter Danu Secrieru has captured the spotlight with a stellar showing at the European Senior Championships, held at the Chișinău Arena in the capital of the Republic of Moldova.
18:10
On Monday, April 14, the European Commissioner for Trade, Maroš Šefčovič, is in Washington to discuss tariffs with the Trump administration.
16:00
The Derby della Capitale played out its 185th chapter in classic fashion.
15:10
The 35-year-old athlete defeated English golfer Justin Rose in the decisive match.
a day ago
13:10
Latvia will support the Republic of Moldova on its path to European integration, offering both diplomatic assistance through expert consultations and financial aid.
12:10
The President of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and potential future Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, has expressed his support for delivering German-Swedish TAURUS cruise missiles to Ukraine, which is currently under Russian attack, DW reports.
11:10
The Speaker of the Parliament of Latvia, Daiga Mieriņa, is on an official visit to the Republic of Moldova from April 14 to 15.
9:10
The United States has requested control over a crucial pipeline in Ukraine that transports Russian gas to Europe, in a move described as colonial blackmail, according to The Guardian.
8:00
On April 13, Russia launched an artillery and drone strike on the southern city of Kherson, killing three people and injuring two others, according to regional governor Oleksandr Prokudin, as cited by The Kyiv Independent.
7:00
In the final match of Round 5 of the Moldovan Super League play-offs, Sheriff Tiraspol and Milsami Orhei delivered a dramatic 2–2 draw, despite Sheriff holding a 2–0 lead as the game entered stoppage time under Croatian head coach Mislav Karoglan.
13 April 2025
21:10
Due to recent crises, the prices of many products and services have increased. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the annual inflation rate in March was 8.8 percent. For comparison, during the same period, inflation in Romania was 4.86%, while in war-torn Ukraine, it reached 14.6%. In our country, the impact of rising prices is felt most acutely by individuals with modest incomes and pensioners, who report needing to spend more to purchase food.
21:00
More than 3,000 sports professionals and amateurs gathered for a competition in the center of Chisinau. This marked the first spring half-marathon ever held in the Republic of Moldova, attracting athletes from both the country and abroad. The top performers were awarded cash prizes, gifts, and medals.
18:20
Subsidies play a crucial role in the modernization of viticulture, a sector that enhances the Republic of Moldova's reputation in the global market, thanks to its award-winning wines. The financial support provided by international partners and the government enables winegrowers to invest in high-quality vineyards and acquire advanced technologies. This year, the government is offering subsidies of 300,000 lei for each hectare planted with local grape varieties.
18:00
About 60 percent of children in the Republic of Moldova have faced risky situations online. This issue is growing not only in our country but is also a global concern, driven by advancements in technology. The authorities are focusing on this problem; last year, they approved an action plan aimed at better protecting children from the dangers associated with Internet use.
14:50
President Maia Sandu and Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu strongly condemned the missile attack launched by the Russian army on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which killed at least 21 people and injured 83 others. The two officials expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people and called for the Kremlin regime to be held accountable for the crimes committed.
14:50
Residents of Edineț and Cupcini will gain access to drinking water through EU-supported project # Moldova1
Around 26,000 residents of the municipality of Edineț and the town of Cupcini will soon have access to clean drinking water after enduring years of muddy or rusty water from their taps. Construction of a new water station has already begun, with EU support. Project managers aim to complete the work by the end of this year.
2 days ago
13:00
First electric trolleybus factory in the Republic of Moldova could be built near Chisinau # Moldova1
The Republic of Moldova could soon have its first state-of-the-art electric trolleybus factory, which will be located in the commune of Trușeni, near Chișinău. The project involves an investment of about 5 million euros and would cover the entire production chain – from technological design to final assembly.
11:50
After the European Union imposed stricter rules on honey imports, Chisinau government amended the legislation so that beekeeping products meet the standards for labelling and processing of the product. Annually, our country produces approximately five thousand tons of honey, and 80% of this is exported, mostly to the EU.
9:40
The missing 10-year-old girl from the forest between Căpriana and Ciobanca was found alive # Moldova1
A 10-year-old girl who went missing during a national competition in the forest between the localities of Căpriana and Ciobanca in the Strașeni district was found alive around 2:00 a.m. She was located approximately 20 kilometers from where she disappeared. According to the police, the girl responded to the rescuers' shouts and met them alone.
9:40
The Orthodox Christians celebrate Palm Sunday today. Palm Sunday is one of the Twelve Great Feasts of the liturgical year. The feast commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
9:30
Maia Sandu says justice reform is mostly complete but criticizes slow progress at the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office # Moldova1
President Maia Sandu claims that most of the justice reform has already been completed. In an interview conducted in Russian with journalist Ivan Sviatchenko, she stated that the majority of judges have undergone evaluations of their ethical and financial integrity. Now, the results of their work should be evident.
12 April 2025
21:20
Maia Sandu: Justice reform is mostly complete but criticizes slow progress at the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office # Moldova1
President Maia Sandu claims that most of the justice reform has already been completed. In an interview conducted in Russian with journalist Ivan Sviatchenko, she stated that the majority of judges have undergone evaluations of their ethical and financial integrity. Now, the results of their work should be evident.
20:30
Prime Minister Dorin Recean has established a new and ambitious foreign policy goal for the Republic of Moldova: to sign the Accession Treaty with the EU by 2028, which is three years earlier than the previously proposed deadline of 2030. Recean's announcement confirms ongoing unofficial discussions suggesting that Moldova may receive a more expedited path to EU membership in the coming years than originally anticipated.
18:00
Moldovan citizens throw away approximately 180,000 tons of food products every year. This is while every fourth person in rural areas cannot afford to eat enough and suffers from hunger, according to data presented by economist Veaceslav Ioniță.
17:40
Hundreds of people took part in a clean-up of the Bâc River. They collected trash from the water and along the banks along the river, from plastic bottles and used tires to scrap metal. Through this action, organisers hope to make people more responsible for the environment.
13:00
Cross-border traffic at the Sculeni Border Crossing Point was streamlined, with no major delays.
12:30
MFA after the tragic accident in Romania: Authorities are providing full consular support # Moldova1
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Republic of Moldova confirms that the citizens involved in the accident between a car and a train at Podu Iloaiei in Iași are Moldovan citizens. In this context, the authorities in Chișinău announce that the Consulate General of our country in Iași is in permanent contact with the Romanian authorities and with the relatives of the victims, offering all necessary consular assistance, including with regard to medical care and repatriation procedures.
12:00
Currently, around 80 vehicles are waiting to exit Moldova at the Sculeni Border Crossing Point due to heavy traffic, the Border Police report.
9:40
Moldovan-registered car in serious Iași train crash: one woman dead, two men critically injured # Moldova1
A woman died and two men were seriously injured on Friday evening after the car they were in was hit by a train in the town of Podu Iloaiei, Iași. According to Romanian media, the car involved in the accident was registered in the Republic of Moldova.
11 April 2025
20:40
Recent changes to the law governing Moldova’s Constitutional Court now enable the Court to reject certain referrals without examining them on their merits.
19:20
Veronica Dragalin, former head of Moldova's Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, has reiterated the allegations that she was asked for a list of prosecutors considered honest in order to pass the vetting process.
18:10
The minimum wage in the Republic of Moldova should be increased to 6,000 lei (~€300), starting on July 1st, according to a joint request submitted to Prime Minister Dorin Recean by the National Confederation of Trade Unions (CNSM) and the National Confederation of Employers (CNPM), both of whom are social partners to the Government.
17:20
In 2024, the number of children enrolled in early education institutions in the Republic of Moldova declined by 1.9% (approximately 2,400 children) compared to the previous year, according to official statistics.
14:40
President Maia Sandu of the Republic of Moldova confirmed that she had a discussion with Veronica Dragalin, the former head of the Anti Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, but strongly rejected claims that she had asked for a list of prosecutors considered to have integrity to expedite the vetting process. The president made these remarks to the press during the General Assembly of Judges.
13:00
Amendments to Moldova’s Amnesty Law in 2022 and 2023 have created significant risks and vulnerabilities in the justice and penitentiary systems, which were later exploited by certain officials, President Maia Sandu stated.
12:50
The ruling party in Moldova has expressed "certain doubts" regarding the way the Ministry of Justice has handled the implementation of the Amnesty Law.
11:00
Fines for parents who leave the country for over two months without ensuring proper care for their children could rise from the current 750 lei to 5,000 lei (from ~€40 to ~€250).
10:00
According to Donald Trump, the European Union was very "clever" in its response to the tariffs he imposed on nearly the entire globe.
8:20
A tourist helicopter crashed Thursday afternoon into the Hudson River near Manhattan, New York, causing the deaths of six people, including three children.
7:30
Bridget Brink, the U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, plans to step down before completing her term, the BBC reports.
10 April 2025
18:50
In the past two years, Moldova's external public debt has increased by over one billion dollars, bringing the total to more than 10 billion, according to data from the National Bank.
17:20
The United States has temporarily suspended the recently imposed 31% additional tariffs on Moldovan exports to the U.S. market.
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