US, Russia, and Ukraine to hold crucial security talks in Abu Dhabi
Moldova1,
23 January 2026 11:10
The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are scheduled to hold high-level security talks in Abu Dhabi this Friday, January 23. The negotiations aim to explore a potential peace framework to end the ongoing conflict.
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17:30
Russian forces launched a massive overnight assault involving more than 100 drones and tactical missiles, killing at least six civilians and wounding 45 others across Ukraine. The wave of attacks, which included 60 Shahed long-range UAVs and Iskander-M ballistic missiles, has pushed the national energy grid to its breaking point.
16:40
Moldovan state-funded universities operating under financial autonomy will receive a total of €56.1 million (approx. 1.1 billion MDL) in 2026.
16:00
Lukoil-Moldova has failed to transfer the fuel infrastructure at Chisinau’s "Eugen Doga" International Airport back to state control, despite a final five-day grace period ending this week.
Last 24 hours
15:10
Nicușor Dan, the President of Romania, expressed strategic confidence in the future of the bilateral relationship with the Republic of Moldova, noting that any potential reunification depends exclusively on the will of Moldovan citizens.
14:30
A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in a semi-open correctional facility for his role in the robbery of five Turkish citizens in Chișinău. The Chisinau Municipal Prosecutor's Office confirmed the ruling following a case that dates back to February 2022.
13:40
President Maia Sandu will travel to Poland later this week before heading to Strasbourg, France, for the winter session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). The Moldovan head of state is scheduled to deliver a keynote address and respond to inquiries from parliamentarians.
12:50
Moldova’s Parliament is moving to close legislative gaps that allow high-profile defendants to flee to the breakaway Transnistrian region or abroad just moments before their sentencing. Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu admitted that poor inter-institutional coordination has facilitated these escapes and promised urgent legal amendments.
12:00
European Union leaders failed to reach a consensus during an emergency summit in Brussels on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Despite a sudden de-escalation from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding tariffs on eight European nations, Council President António Costa's attempt to coordinate a unified response ended without a formal agreement.
11:10
The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are scheduled to hold high-level security talks in Abu Dhabi this Friday, January 23. The negotiations aim to explore a potential peace framework to end the ongoing conflict.
10:30
The Moldovan Government approved a new set of regulations on January 22 to modernize the administration of the country’s state-owned forests between 2026 and 2030. The policy prioritizes ecological health through planned sanitary felling and scientific management to revitalize the nation's aging woodland areas.
9:40
The French Navy intercepted a suspicious oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea on Thursday morning, January 22, as part of a crackdown on Russia’s clandestine "shadow fleet." The vessel is suspected of transporting Russian oil in violation of international sanctions.
9:00
Moldova is preparing to acquire a new aerial surveillance radar as its current defense infrastructure fails to fully address emerging security risks. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi announced the move following intensified regional threats and recent airspace violations.
8:10
Moldovan authorities carried out a controlled detonation of a Gheran-2 kamikaze drone discovered Thursday morning in the village of Crocmaz, Ștefan Vodă district. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu confirmed that the device, found in a local garden, carried a 50-kilogram explosive payload that remained intact after the initial crash.
7:30
Transnistria’s breakaway region suffered a major power outage on Friday after a generation unit at the Cuciurgan (MGRES) power plant failed. De facto authorities in Tiraspol reported that the electrical grid was gradually restored across the territory following the incident.
Yesterday
17:40
Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu and French Minister for Foreign Trade Nicolas Forissier announced a major economic mission to Chișinău scheduled for March 2026. The agreement was reached on Thursday, January 22, during a bilateral meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
17:00
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of a Russian citizen in Moscow, alleging the individual was acting as an agent for the Moldovan special services. The FSB claims the suspect was on a mission to undermine Russian national security when detained.
16:10
Police in the southern Moldovan city of Cahul documented five major phone scams in a single day, reporting total financial losses of €39,070 (approx. 765,800 MDL).
15:30
A Chisinau court extended the preventive detention of former Democratic Party leader Vladimir Plahotniuc for an additional 30 days on Wednesday. The ruling ensures the high-profile defendant will remain in custody until at least February 22, 2026.
14:40
Moldovan police have confirmed that a drone discovered on the morning of January 22 in the village of Crocmaz, Ștefan Vodă district, is armed with a live explosive device. The General Inspectorate of Police has established a security perimeter and ordered the immediate evacuation of nearby residents as experts prepare for a controlled detonation.
14:00
The Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) has rejected an appeal by Judge Ghenadie Tocaiuc to resume his duties at the Soroca Court. The magistrate remains suspended as he faces a criminal investigation for driving under the influence (DUI).
12:40
Transnistria energy crisis: Moldova warns of persistent gas supply risks amid 41% budget deficit # Moldova1
Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, warned on January 21 that the risk of a total natural gas cutoff in the Transnistria region remains critical. The breakaway enclave has operated under a state of economic emergency for over a year, triggered by geopolitical shifts and energy sector blockades.
11:10
European Social Rights Committee finds Moldova non-compliant with labor standards in 2025 report # Moldova1
The European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR) has released its 2025 conclusions, revealing significant gaps in how 45 signatory states, including the Republic of Moldova, implement the European Social Charter.
10:30
Moldovan schools will observe Holocaust Remembrance Day from January 26 to 30, 2026, through a series of educational and commemorative events. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) issued a nationwide directive urging schools to promote tolerance and critical understanding of recent history.
9:40
Moldovan Vice Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, announced a major shift in the country's approach to the Transnistrian conflict. During a broadcast on Moldova 1 on January 21, Chiveri stated that traditional reintegration plans are no longer feasible due to Tiraspol’s refusal to engage in dialogue and the volatile regional geopolitical landscape.
9:00
Moldovan authorities have secured a fragile compromise with Tiraspol to ensure food and medicine reach the Cocieri plateau after thick ice halted the Molovata ferry. The river crossing, the only direct link to the region that bypasses separatist checkpoints, was suspended on January 14 due to extreme temperatures.
8:10
U.S. President Donald Trump backed away from plans to impose trade tariffs on several European nations on Wednesday, ending a standoff linked to his interest in Greenland. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the American leader explicitly excluded the use of force and signaled a potential deal with Western allies regarding Arctic security and resources.
7:20
During the World Economic Forum, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu secured continued support for Moldova’s European trajectory in high-level meetings with EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso.
More than 2 days ago
20:30
Moldova's Oncology Institute to introduce bone marrow transplants following Israeli partnership # Moldova1
The Oncology Institute in Chisinau is set to introduce advanced leukemia treatments and bone marrow transplants. This development follows a strategic exchange with Israeli experts focused on life-saving technologies for severe lymphatic cancers.
19:40
Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine to launch trilateral chamber of commerce for Kyiv's recovery # Moldova1
Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine are establishing a Trilateral Chamber of Commerce as a joint strategic framework to coordinate economic efforts for Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.
18:20
Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu declared on Wednesday, January 21, that Moldova has officially moved beyond the geopolitical "gray zone" to align with European efforts in defending democracy and peace.
17:30
Roughly 600,000 residents have fled Kyiv as relentless Russian missile and drone strikes continue to devastate Ukraine's power grid. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the exodus to Agence France-Presse, citing a total loss of electricity and heating in many districts.
16:40
Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri conducted an emergency inspection of the Cocieri plateau on January 21, assuring residents that basic supplies remain stable despite the Nistru River freezing over.
15:10
A landmark $800 billion agreement for the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine has been postponed at the World Economic Forum. The delay follows escalating tensions between the United States and European capitals over President Donald Trump’s "Peace Council" initiative and his controversial stance on Greenland.
14:30
The Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) approved the 2026 budget for the Prosecutor General’s Office during its session on January 21. The institution will operate with over €26.5 million (approx. 519.4 million MDL), marking a 1.45% increase compared to 2025.
13:40
Moldova is preparing for a final legal exit from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), a move experts describe as a symbolic but necessary divorce from Russian influence. The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Chisinau will denounce the foundational 1991 and 1993 treaties that established the post-Soviet bloc.
13:00
Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) reports that over 2,000 Roma students enrolled in schools across the country as of September 2025. This figure marks a significant increase from 1,687 students recorded in the previous year.
12:20
France’s National Assembly unanimously approves driving license recognition for Moldovans # Moldova1
The French National Assembly has officially adopted a bilateral agreement to recognize driving licenses issued by the Republic of Moldova. This decision marks a significant milestone in simplifying administrative procedures for Moldovan citizens living in France.
11:30
The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Moldova is urging citizens to contact primary care physicians for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination. Health officials warn that 80% of the population will contract the virus at some point, often without showing any visible symptoms.
10:40
British manufacturer Cornelius Electronics is investing €5 million (approx. 98.5 million MDL) to expand its production capacity in northern Moldova. The project focuses on the Edineț Industrial Park and aims to strengthen the country's position within European electronics value chains.
10:00
Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu reaffirmed Chisinau's unwavering solidarity with Ukraine during the World Economic Forum in Davos. The Premier emphasized that a just and lasting peace in Ukraine is directly linked to the broader security of the European continent.
9:00
Unfavorable weather conditions have left over 3,500 hectares of sugar beet unharvested in Moldova. Although the campaign began in September, heavy rains followed by a sudden deep freeze made fields inaccessible for heavy machinery.
8:20
Moldova is accelerating the alignment of its media legislation with European Union standards to protect democratic processes from hybrid attacks. The urgency follows the 2025 parliamentary elections, where the vulnerability of the digital environment to foreign interference was once again confirmed.
7:30
The European Parliament has moved to suspend the ratification of the trade agreement between the European Union and the United States. This decision follows recent tariff threats from US President Donald Trump, as confirmed on Tuesday by major parliamentary groups.
20 January 2026
20:50
The Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) failed to ratify the capital’s 2026 municipal budget during its first session of the year on January 20. The meeting collapsed after councilors from the Party of Socialists (PSRM) and the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) staged a walkout, leaving the body without a quorum.
19:20
Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has formally petitioned the Ministry of Justice to initiate the dissolution of the Socialist Party of Moldova and the Force of Alternative and Salvation of Moldova.
18:40
U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed private correspondence from French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday via his Truth Social platform. The leaked screenshots reveal a proposal for an unscheduled G7 summit in Paris involving high-level representatives from Ukraine, Russia, Syria, and Denmark.
17:10
The Ministry of Finance has successfully reimbursed over 104 million MDL to citizens who purchased government bonds through the evms.md platform. This milestone marks the completion of the first full investment cycle conducted via the state's digital infrastructure.
16:20
Dozens of young people in Soroca, Moldova, are reconnecting with their ancestral heritage through free Polish language courses organized by the Polish Union. These classes serve as a vital link to their family history while offering concrete professional advantages.
15:40
The Moldovan government has launched a new round of public consultations to accelerate the consolidation of local administrations. Secretary General Alexei Buzu announced on Tuesday that the reform aims to replace fragmented bureaucracy with resilient municipal hubs capable of delivering high-quality public services.
14:50
The Republic of Moldova is set to finalize a comprehensive restructuring of its state-owned railway, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), by the first half of 2026.
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