Poland s pivotal vote: EU ties, rights, populism
Moldova1,
18 May 2025 10:00
Poles are electing their president on Sunday in a close but decisive race for the future of the country's pro-European government, as well as for abortion and LGBTQ+ rights
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Annually, over 30,000 new cases of high blood pressure are diagnosed in the Republic of Moldova. The condition is one of the main causes of serious health problems, such as strokes, heart attacks, and kidney diseases.
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14:20
A Russian overnight drone attack in the Kyiv region killed one person and injured three others, Governor Mykola Kalashnyk reported on May 18, according to The Kyiv Independent.
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12:40
As of Sunday, May 18, near noon, over one hundred thousand voters had cast their ballots at the 64 polling stations open in the Republic of Moldova for the second round of the presidential elections in Romania, according to real-time data from Romania's Permanent Electoral Authority (AEP).
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11:30
Food prices continue to rise. In April, they increased by two percent compared to March. The largest increases were recorded for fruits and vegetables, at nine and five percent, respectively.
11:10
Presidential elections Romania, round 2. Romanians choose who will be president of the country # Moldova1
Voting in Romania for the second round of the presidential election started on Sunday at 7 a.m., with almost 18 million Romanians expected to vote in 18,979 polling stations to choose their president from the two candidates qualified in the final run-off for the Cotroceni, George Simion and Nicușor Dan. 159 international observers have been accredited for this election, almost double the number for the November 2024 elections. The voting process, both in the country and in the diaspora, ends at 21.00, Romanian time.
11:10
On Sunday, May 18, new local elections are scheduled in six localities across the Republic of Moldova to elect their mayors and local councillors in new local elections.
10:00
Poles are electing their president on Sunday in a close but decisive race for the future of the country's pro-European government, as well as for abortion and LGBTQ+ rights
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8:10
At least 21 people have died following a tornado that devastated the U.S. states of Missouri and Kentucky.
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7:10
A new center dedicated to excellence in winemaking, research, and promoting wine culture has been inaugurated in Cahul.
7:00
Austria is the big winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025! Representative JJ won over the European audience with the song "Wasted Love", securing a total of 436 points and placing first after both the jury vote and the televote.
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22:20
The winner of the 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest will be crowned tonight, May 17, 2025. The Grand Final is being held at St. Jakobshalle in Basel, Switzerland, and will be broadcast live on Moldova 1, starting at 22:00.
21:40
In Ștefan Vodă, an obelisk was unveiled and consecrated in memory of the border guards from the 5th Cetatea Albă Regiment who fell in the line of duty defending the borders of Greater Romania along the Nistru River.
Yesterday
15:20
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated during a Fox News town hall event that he does not view Russian President Vladimir Putin as a roadblock to peace negotiations over the war in Ukraine.
13:30
President Maia Sandu met on Saturday in Tirana with the President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj. The officials discussed their countries’ European integration paths, the shared responsibility to protect peace and stability in the region, and the strengthening of economic relations between Moldova and Albania, including in the tourism sector.
13:20
The Republic of Moldova and Albania have concluded a memorandum of cooperation. The document was signed in Tirana by Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov and Albania's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani.
12:10
The State Hydrometeorological Service forecasts unstable weather this weekend, especially on Saturday when rain is expected nationwide.
11:20
Museum professionals and researchers were honored. The Museum Excellence Gala was held at the National Museum of History of Moldova to recognize excellence in the heritage field.
10:10
Beginning Friday, May 16, Romanian citizens in the diaspora, including those in the Republic of Moldova, can cast their vote in the second round of Romania's presidential elections.Polling stations will be open for three days, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. In the Republic of Moldova, voters can cast their ballots at one of the 64 polling stations open across the country.
9:30
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski claims that "this week was a real chance for significant steps towards ending the war, if Putin hadn't been afraid to come to Turkey."
8:30
The project to create the new PACCO structure, by merging the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (PA) with the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), has been sent to European partners for consultation.
16 May 2025
23:00
Over 300,000 US dollars will be distributed to 33 farmers in the Republic of Moldova who are investing in modern equipment and sustainable soil protection practices. This financial support is part of the Post-Investment Grants Program for Sustainable Land Management (MAC-P), which is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry through the Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA).
22:50
In a joint statement, the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, and the United Kingdom, along with the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission, expressed their strong and united support for the Republic of Moldova and its European future. This statement followed their meeting with President Maia Sandu during the European Political Community Summit in Tirana.
22:30
Presidential elections in Romania // Polling stations closed: over 28 thousand Romanians in the Republic of Moldova voted on the first day # Moldova1
Starting today, Romanian citizens living in the diaspora, including those in the Republic of Moldova, can exercise their right to vote in the second round of the presidential elections in Romania. Polling stations will be open for three days, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. In the Republic of Moldova, voters can cast their ballots at one of the 64 polling stations open across the country.
18:20
Presidential elections in Romania // Over 21 thousand Romanians voted in the Republic of Moldova by 5:30 p.m. # Moldova1
Starting today, Romanian citizens living in the diaspora, including those in the Republic of Moldova, can exercise their right to vote in the second round of the presidential elections in Romania. Polling stations will be open for three days, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. In the Republic of Moldova, voters can cast their ballots at one of the 64 polling stations open across the country.
17:10
Chișinău rejects Simion’s fraud claims: "Moldovans with Romanian citizenship are free people" # Moldova1
George Simion, the AUR candidate in the Romanian presidential elections, has accused the Chisinau government of electoral fraud. In response, the Chisinau government rejected these accusations and encouraged citizens with dual citizenship to vote without fear.
17:00
Over 300,000 US dollars will be distributed to 33 farmers in the Republic of Moldova who are investing in modern equipment and sustainable soil protection practices. This financial support is part of the Post-Investment Grants Program for Sustainable Land Management (MAC-P), which is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry through the Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA).
17:00
The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, is attending the European Political Community Summit in Tirana to meet with European leaders who are friends of Moldova.
16:50
Starting today, Romanian citizens living in the diaspora, including those in the Republic of Moldova, can exercise their right to vote in the second round of the presidential elections in Romania. Polling stations will be open for three days, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. In the Republic of Moldova, voters can cast their ballots at one of the 64 polling stations open across the country.
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11:40
President Maia Sandu is participating in the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Tirana today, May 16. The agenda for the summit includes discussions on Europe's security and democratic resilience, competitiveness and economic security, as well as the dynamics of migration, mobility, and youth empowerment. "The EPC provides a flexible framework for dialogue among European states, facilitating cooperation in essential areas without imposing accession conditions, which is crucial given the current geopolitical tensions", said the International relations and security expert Grigore Guzun for Teleradio-Moldova.
9:30
Russian and Ukrainian delegations are scheduled to meet in Istanbul today. The Kremlin's delegation for these direct negotiations, proposed by President Putin, includes lower-level officials. This group consists of an aide to the president, two deputy ministers, and two officials from the Russian military intelligence agency (GRU). Some members of this delegation were also part of the Russian team that negotiated with Ukraine shortly after the invasion began in March 2022. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he would not personally participate in the talks but would instead send a Ukrainian delegation led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, according to The Kyiv Independent.
9:20
Voting starts in the Republic of Moldova for the second round of the Romanian presidential elections # Moldova1
Starting today, Romanian citizens living in the diaspora, including those in the Republic of Moldova, can exercise their right to vote in the second round of the presidential elections in Romania. Polling stations will be open for three days, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. In the Republic of Moldova, voters can cast their ballots at one of the 64 polling stations open across the country.
9:10
The presidential elections in Romania, scheduled for this Sunday, are more than just a national democratic exercise; they will significantly shape the country's external relations amidst a tense regional environment in Eastern Europe. Experts in foreign policy and security caution that the election results could impact the future European integration of the Republic of Moldova and Romania's strategic role within the EU and NATO. These insights were discussed during the program IN CONTEXT on Moldova 1.
15 May 2025
18:50
Six newly established economic clusters will receive approximately $1.3 million in financial support to boost their development and promote economic cooperation between communities on both riverbanks. The assistance is provided by Sweden and the United Kingdom through the UNDP project "Advanced Cross-River Capacities for Trade"
18:40
Over 300,000 US dollars will be distributed to 33 farmers in the Republic of Moldova who are investing in modern equipment and sustainable soil protection practices. This financial support is part of the Post-Investment Grants Program for Sustainable Land Management (MAC-P), which is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry through the Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA).
18:30
Pride march banned in Chisinau. GENDERDOC-M: A serious violation of fundamental human rights # Moldova1
The Pride 2025 march was banned in Chisinau. This decision was approved by municipal councilors from the MAN, PSRM, and PCRM during a meeting of the Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) held on May 15. In protest, the PAS faction walked out of the hall.
15:40
Tiraspol may disconnect mobile phones and internet services under the pretext of a so-called security threat. This is outlined in several amendments proposed for approval by the so-called Supreme Soviet. As a result, communication services could be suspended for up to 48 hours without a court decision, based solely on the request of an official from the Transnistrian security structures. The Promo-LEX Association and the People's Advocate argue that these provisions violate the right to free expression and access to information, limiting citizens' ability to seek help or report abuses.
13:50
Three men were detained by the police on suspicion of kidnapping a 49-year-old man from the Vulcănești district. Following six months of investigations, law enforcement officers identified the suspects as members of a criminal group active in Gagauzia.
13:40
The International Day of Families is celebrated today, May 15, worldwide, including in the Republic of Moldova. Established by the UN General Assembly in 1993, this day promotes family values—solidarity, equality and mutual support – as the foundation of a healthy society. In 2025, the global theme is “Family and Climate Change”, highlighting the essential role of families in adopting a sustainable lifestyle. On this day, the Republic of Moldova's leadership sent congratulations and encouragement to citizens.
11:30
Russia is attempting to use the ceasefire concept as a strategy for military consolidation and geopolitical advantage, say experts. They explain that Vladimir Putin is avoiding a meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky because Moscow has not yet reached its strategic goal of preventing Kyiv from becoming a functioning democracy and a NATO member. Additionally, they believe the international community can influence the outcome of negotiations.
10:00
Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are set to begin today in Istanbul, marking the first direct negotiations in three years. Over the weekend, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his desire to resume discussions, aiming to continue from where they last paused in 2022.
9:30
The need for an anti-corruption court is indisputable, but its creation will take time, President of CSM # Moldova1
The need for an anti-corruption court is undeniable; however, its establishment will require time, according to Sergiu Caraman, the president of the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM). He emphasizes that such a court is crucial for prioritizing major corruption cases and ensuring they are resolved within a reasonable timeframe. This step is necessary for restoring credibility in the judiciary.
14 May 2025
18:20
The Ministry of Justice in Moldova has extended its internal investigation into the release of several individuals sentenced to life imprisonment, following the enforcement of the Amnesty Law and recent amendments to the Criminal Code.
16:20
The Government of the Republic of Moldova has approved three strategic documents required for opening Cluster 1 – Fundamental Values within the European Union accession negotiations.
15:20
On May 14, EU ambassadors agreed on the bloc's 17th package of sanctions against Russia, primarily targeting its ghost fleet of oil tankers, The Kyiv Independent reports.
14:20
The EU plans to significantly increase tariffs on Ukrainian goods after the current duty-free agreement expires on June 6, according to The Kyiv Independent, which cited the Financial Times.
12:20
The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) in Moldova is currently operating with only nine out of the 20 judges required by law, amidst a backlog of over 6,000 cases.
11:00
A bomb alert was reported at the Chișinău Court of Appeal in the capital city on May 14th.
10:10
Vladimir Putin's refusal to come to Istanbul will demonstrate that the true intention was to use a potential armistice as a pretext for new military actions, rather than participating in peace negotiations.
9:20
Fifteen countries competed on Tuesday evening in the First Semi-Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.
8:20
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the Greek island of Crete on Wednesday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) announced.
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