Snowfall hits northern and central Moldova on Christmas Eve; road crews deployed
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24 December 2025 10:00
New Year's Eve brought winter weather to the Republic of Moldova. On the night of Tuesday, December 24, to Wednesday, snowfall affected the northern and central regions of the country, leading to icy road conditions. The National Road Administration (AND) has announced that road workers are actively on duty and addressing any issues as needed.
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22:00
The center of Chisinau was filled with the sound of carols as adults and children celebrated Christmas Eve in a fresh and vibrant style at the Great National Assembly Square, despite the chilly temperatures. Festive lights, live music, and the delightful aroma of boiled wine and sweet treats created a magical atmosphere in the square, where the cold seemed to fade away, leaving only joy and the true spirit of the holidays.
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20:00
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14:00
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13:50
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13:50
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12:50
Road traffic in Great National Assembly Square (PMAN) in Chisinau will be halted on December 24, starting at 1:00 p.m. This closure is in preparation for the Christmas Eve show. The traffic restrictions will remain in effect until 6:00 a.m. on December 25.
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22:00
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21:50
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21:30
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21:10
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21:00
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17:10
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17:00
In several localities in the northern region of the country, a 53-year-old woman from the Râșcani district was sentenced to 15 years in prison for trafficking two minors for labor and begging.
16:40
Moldovan citizens will still travel visa-free to Schengen countries. This follows the European Commission's determination that the authorities in Chisinau have fulfilled the recommendations related to the visa liberalization regime. This conclusion is part of the European Union's eighth report on the Visa Suspension Mechanism, which was adopted on December 19 in Brussels.
16:30
Funding for the Republic of Moldova under the "Support for EU Integration" program will be increased by €2.8 million, thanks to a contribution from the Kingdom of Denmark. An amendment approved by the government on December 23 has raised the total budget for this initiative to €27.8 million.
14:30
Dumitru Obadă was re-elected as the president of the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) on December 23. His current term, which began when he first assumed the position, will now continue for the next two years, expiring on January 3, 2026.
14:20
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13:50
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12:30
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12:20
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11:00
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9:50
This year's Eurovision national final promises to be a unique event. For the first time, it will be held on the stage of Chisinau Arena instead of in a film studio. The event will be open to the public, with tickets available for up to 3,000 spectators. On December 22, the finalists met with the competition directors to discuss details about the artistic concept and stage production. The organizers are committed to delivering an exceptional show.
9:50
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9:30
A luggage storage room is being established at the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau. The airport administrator, Sergiu Spoială, announced this development during the December 22 edition of the PE FAȚĂ show on Moldova 1 TV. The project is currently underway.
9:30
From December 15 to 21, drugs valued at 7,484,838 lei were illegally removed from circulation in multiple operations conducted by the police across the Republic of Moldova.
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21:20
The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) of Moldova has officially proposed the introduction of a dedicated "Mail-in Voting" chapter within the nation's Electoral Code.
20:10
Academic integrity remains "weak link" in Moldova’s university system despite rising student satisfaction # Moldova1
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19:20
In late October 2025, the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague formally accepted the testimony of Olena Yagupova.
18:40
President Maia Sandu underscored that the Republic of Moldova can only survive as a free and sovereign democracy by joining the European Union. The head of state delivered this message during the annual meeting of Moldovan ambassadors in Chișinău.
17:50
Moldovan transport operators are threatening to resume national protests. The Employers' Association of Road Transport Operators (APOTA) has formally requested an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu.
17:10
Moldovan judge and mother of seven protests systemic abuse at Superior Council of Magistracy # Moldova1
Marina Rusu, a judge at the Chisinau Court (Centru headquarters) and mother of seven children, staged a formal protest at the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) on December 22.
16:20
A French court has sentenced former Moldovan Prime Minister Vlad Filat to two years in prison and a fine of €100,000 (approx. 1.94 million MDL) for money laundering.
15:40
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14:50
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14:10
The completion of the external integrity and professional ethics evaluation for prosecutors remains a distant goal, officials from the Vetting Commission have acknowledged.
13:20
Ion Melnic, a councilor representing the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) in the Chisinau City Council, announced that Mayor Ion Ceban has initiated legal proceedings against him.
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