Von der Leyen insists on robust security guarantees for Ukraine from day one
Moldova1,
29 December 2025 11:10
Ukraine must receive ironclad security guarantees immediately upon the cessation of hostilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered this message on Sunday, December 28, following high-level discussions with U.S. and Ukrainian leadership.
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Last 8 hours
17:50
The Republic of Moldova has officially secured ownership of nine real estate assets within the "Moldova" Sanatorium complex in Odessa. The decision was delivered on December 17 by the Economic Cassation Court of the Supreme Court of Ukraine and confirmed by Chisinau authorities today.
17:00
Moldova’s public debt hits €6.2 billion as government approves new 2026–2028 management plan # Moldova1
Moldova’s public debt reached €6.19 billion (approx. 121.4 billion MDL) by the end of 2024, marking a 16.7% increase compared to the previous year. To address the rising burden, the Government approved a medium-term state debt management program for 2026–2028 during its December 29 session.
16:20
Moldova is transforming electric vehicles (EVs) from simple energy consumers into mobile storage units. The government has approved the first innovative pilot project within its "Energy Sandbox" to test Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology.
Last 12 hours
15:30
The Kremlin stated on Monday that Ukraine must withdraw its troops from the remaining parts of the Donbas region under its control if it seeks peace. Moscow warned that failure to reach an agreement could result in Kyiv losing even more territory.
14:50
Moldova's General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) responded to over 80 incidents in the last 24 hours. Emergency teams were deployed to 34 locations specifically to manage the aftermath of gale-force winds.
14:10
Railway transport is a strategic priority for the Republic of Moldova. Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea emphasized that recent logistics tests prove the sector's immense potential for the nation's future.
13:30
After a decade of working in the United Kingdom, Rodica Moldovanu returned to Moldova to transform a lifelong passion into a profitable reality. Investing her family’s entire savings, she opened a specialized pastry shop in Durlesti.
12:30
Trump signals breakthrough in Ukraine peace talks but Donbas remains "difficult" # Moldova1
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that negotiations to end the war in Ukraine are "very close, perhaps very, very close" to a deal. The statement followed a high-stakes meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Mar-a-Lago resort.
11:10
Ukraine must receive ironclad security guarantees immediately upon the cessation of hostilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered this message on Sunday, December 28, following high-level discussions with U.S. and Ukrainian leadership.
Last 24 hours
10:30
Four Moldovan citizens remain stranded at the Călțun Refuge in Argeș County, Romania, as extreme weather conditions continue to batter the mountain range.
9:30
Moldovan entrepreneur revives ancient sourdough traditions with state-backed artisanal bakery # Moldova1
Andrei Bîzgan, an entrepreneur from the town of Rezina, has turned a deep-rooted passion for authentic flavors into a thriving local business.
9:00
Chisinau municipal services worked overnight to clear roads and manage emergency situations following heavy winds and wet snow.
Yesterday
20:30
At the end of the year, discussions centered around the role of books and reading in community life, as well as a session dedicated to ancestral traditions. The event brought together numerous readers at the "Grigore Vieru" Library in Călărași. In 2025, the library will celebrate a significant milestone: 80 years since its founding.
19:50
During the holidays, many Moldovans living abroad prioritize their journey home. One of those returning is Iulia Teleucă, a second-year chemistry student at Yale University in the United States. She expresses that her longing for family and the excitement of returning home outweigh any academic opportunities. Iulia shares her experiences studying abroad, her passion for music, and her hopes to someday connect her future plans with the Republic of Moldova.
19:40
On Sunday, police officers from the Patrol and Operative Reaction Battalion (BPRO), in collaboration with employees of the National Inspectorate of Public Security, discovered over 140,000 lei worth of pyrotechnic products without any documentation of origin in the Buiucani sector of Chisinau.
16:40
Meteorologists have issued a new extreme weather warning for areas in 11 counties, valid from Sunday until Monday, 10:00 a.m. At the same time, the weather forecast has been updated, with almost the entire country under weather alerts, Hotnews.ro reports.
16:30
The Republic of Moldova will implement stricter monitoring of noise levels at airports, as per a recently approved draft law. This initiative aims to prevent noise exceedances that could negatively impact public health and to align the national framework with European and international standards. Additionally, authorities have acknowledged the absence of a national system to monitor noise pollution in urban areas, noting that the extent of the issue is not adequately assessed.
14:00
For Christmas, dozens of volunteers decided to give nature its most precious gift: a cleaner shore. In Bulgaria, the "Clean Christmas" initiative celebrated its eighth consecutive year, bringing together people of all ages on the Black Sea coast with a clear message: pollution can no longer be ignored.
13:50
Brigitte Bardot, known as "BB," was a symbol of female emancipation and sexual freedom in French cinema from the 1950s to the 1970s. Later in life, she became a pioneer in the fight against animal cruelty. She passed away on Sunday at the age of 91, as announced in a statement by the foundation bearing her name.
13:20
Moldovan agriculture is at a crossroads, balancing between stability and resilience. The year 2025 presented a mix of outcomes: while there were noticeable increases in crop production and record exports, severe losses in fruit cultivation occurred due to frosts and extreme weather events. In this context, 2026 is set to be a pivotal year, where the direction of agricultural policies and the ability to adapt to climate change will be critically important.
12:10
Crops that were not impacted by the drought are now at risk due to the extended rainfall. In the Drochia district, some farmers were unable to harvest their corn. Small-scale farmers, lacking sufficient space to store and dry their corn, are particularly affected. As a result, they are forced to sell their corn directly from the field, often at prices that are up to 40 percent lower than usual.
9:40
In the middle of winter, a greenhouse in the Ialoveni district is seeing the first tulips bloom. These flowers, specially imported from Holland, are bringing an early touch of spring. Gheorghe Tonu cultivates 40 varieties of tulips, and he believes that each flower has its own unique charm, capable of warming anyone's heart.
8:30
Two young people tragically lost their lives in a serious road accident on Dacia Boulevard in Chisinau during the night from Saturday to Sunday. According to police reports, a car collided with a tow truck that was parked on the side of the road. The impact proved fatal for both the driver and the passenger.
8:20
Ialoveni’s family doctors’ department was modernized with nearly 2 million lei in investments # Moldova1
The family medicine department at the Ialoveni Health Centre has been modernised to provide better conditions for both doctors and patients. The center is now equipped with a biochemical analyzer, a laboratory device that processes blood tests quickly. The total investment for this upgrade amounts to 1.9 million lei.
More than 2 days ago
19:30
Two women from Ukraine, who are refugees in the Republic of Moldova, were detained in Chisinau in connection with a drug trafficking case, following a seizure estimated at approximately 20 million lei, according to the Police announcement.
19:20
Two men, aged 55 and 62, from Cunicea in the Florești district, have been detained by law enforcement officers and are under investigation for blackmail. The investigation reveals that, over a period of approximately three months, they allegedly extorted 100,000 lei from a 58-year-old man.
19:10
At the "Christmas Cup," an event dedicated to young talent, seven boys' teams participated—six from lyceums in Chisinau and one from Ungheni. A girls' team from the Zimbru club also competed in the tournament, demonstrating determination, courage, and a competitive spirit as they went head-to-head with the boys.
19:00
Veaceslav Ioniță: Economic growth on paper, in reality - fragility. Why 2025 is not the year of the recovery of the Moldovan economy? # Moldova1
The economy of the Republic of Moldova is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025, following a year of stagnation. However, this growth does not indicate a strong recovery; instead, it represents a slow and fragile rebound that relies heavily on agriculture, climate conditions, and external factors. This analysis was provided by economist Veaceslav Ioniță, who examined the key highlights of the economic situation in 2025.
17:10
The National Police of the Republic of Moldova has been equipped with a state-of-the-art 3D scanner, enabling faster and more accurate crime scene documentation through complete virtual reconstructions that can be used as court evidence.
17:00
A 20-year-old man lost his life in a serious road accident that occurred on Saturday morning on the Baurci–Ceadâr-Lunga road, after he lost control of the steering wheel and crashed violently into a tree. Two other people, passengers in the car, were injured and required medical attention.
13:50
Vlad Filat — internationally wanted by Interpol, convicted in absentia in France, but not extraditable # Moldova1
Former Moldovan Prime Minister Vlad Filat was added to Interpol's international wanted list, according to a notice from the Interpol Central Bureau in Paris, confirmed by authorities in Chisinau. This announcement follows a French court's decision to sentence him in absentia to two years in prison for money laundering.
13:50
On December 26, the lawyers representing Ion Creangă, the former head of the Legal Department of Parliament, presented video evidence regarding the source of the money found on him at the time of his arrest. The recording shows Ion Creangă meeting with his brother, Ștefan Creangă, while carrying a bag, and then getting into a car. The defence aims to use these images to support their argument that the money found with Creangă is not linked to the alleged crimes. However, prosecutors argue that the evidence presented does not substantiate this claim.
12:10
Traffic on the streets of Chișinău is currently flowing normally, and public transport operates on its regular schedule, the Chișinău City Hall reports, despite the unfavourable weather conditions of recent hours.
11:30
Unfavorable weather conditions over recent hours have caused major traffic disruptions on several road sections across the Republic of Moldova. According to the National Police, ice and black ice continue to form on road surfaces, sharply reducing traction and increasing the risk of traffic accidents.
9:20
“The Magic of the Female Face” — handmade jewelry and female portraits come alive in a unique Chisinau exhibition # Moldova1
The exhibition "The Magic of the Female Face" showcases the subtle beauty of semi-precious stones alongside the expressive power of the female face. It opened at the History Museum of the City of Chisinau and features handmade jewelry and painted portraits, all created by Olga Slastihin. Originally an architect, Slastihin discovered her artistic vocation after retiring.
26 December 2025
20:40
Ukrainian radar systems detected a flying object over Moldova on the afternoon of December 26, which authorities later identified as a hot air balloon.
19:50
Moldovan Ambassador to the United States, Vlad Kulminski, has announced that a high-level meeting is being prepared to strengthen bilateral relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States.
19:10
Moldova’s National Police is modernizing its forensic capabilities by introducing state-of-the-art 3D laser scanners.
18:20
More than 12,000 residents in the Sângerei district will soon have access to safe drinking water. This follows the launch of a major regional infrastructure project to build water supply networks for ten local communities.
17:40
The showdown between world number one Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is emerging as the most anticipated sporting spectacle of the year-end.
16:50
International drug trafficking network dismantled in Moldova after major synthetic drug seizure # Moldova1
Chisinau authorities have dismantled a sophisticated international drug trafficking network operating across Poland, Ukraine, Georgia, Romania, and Moldova.
16:00
Calea Ferată din Moldova (CFM) has successfully completed its first-ever test run of a 3,000-tonne freight train on the southern corridor. The route, spanning Basarabeasca to Cahul, marks a significant upgrade in the country’s logistical capabilities.
15:20
A wave of solidarity has connected children from both banks of the Prut River. Students from Gymnasium School No. 66 in Bucharest, Romania, launched a charity drive to support their peers in Soroca, Moldova.
14:30
Tap water in Chisinau is safe for consumption and poses no health risks, according to Diana Tacu, the Interim General Director of Apă-Canal Chișinău (ACC).
13:00
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday night that the United States has conducted "numerous strikes" against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in northwestern Nigeria.
12:10
The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has officially released two new commemorative silver coins into circulation on December 26.
11:30
The European Commission has reaffirmed that the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland, must be preserved. The statement followed Donald Trump’s appointment of a special envoy to the territory.
10:30
Ukraine is accelerating its diplomatic efforts to end the war, ensuring all transition steps are realistic and effective, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced following high-level talks with U.S. presidential envoys.
9:30
Christmas traditions vary significantly across the globe. In the Gaza Strip, Christmas was observed for the first time following two years of conflict, with local communities offering prayers for lasting peace.
8:40
A declassified transcript released by the U.S. National Security Archive reveals that in 2001, Russian President Vladimir Putin asked his American counterpart, George W. Bush, to consider Russia's entry into NATO.
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