Ukraine eyes peace talks, holds firm on Crimea
Moldova1,
23 April 2025 11:20
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that his country is ready to start negotiations with the Russian Federation in "any format," immediately after a ceasefire.
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Last 4 hours
19:30
The one-off aid offered by the Government for Easter has sparked a wave of criticism.
Last 6 hours
17:40
The results of the investigation into the application of the Amnesty Law could be ready in two weeks.
Last 8 hours
15:20
Russia has allegedly invested over 200 million euros in disinformation campaigns targeting the Republic of Moldova, with the aim of influencing this autumn's parliamentary elections.
14:40
Nicolae Stanciu, the captain of the Romanian national football team, scored a stunning goal for his club side in the Saudi Arabian championship.
Last 12 hours
13:20
The meeting scheduled for Wednesday in London between officials from the United States, Ukraine, and the European Union has been postponed, after several foreign ministers cancelled their participation, according to Reuters.
12:40
Moldovan citizens living abroad will further be able to vote by mail in the parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025.
11:20
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that his country is ready to start negotiations with the Russian Federation in "any format," immediately after a ceasefire.
10:20
Spring has brought a spectacle of colour to Comrat, where Japanese cherry trees, known as sakura, are blooming in the park.
9:30
In the 33rd round of La Liga, the team coached by German Hans-Dieter Flick secured a 1:0 home win against Real Mallorca.
Last 24 hours
8:40
Between April 23 and 24, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, will pay a working visit to the Republic of Moldova. Upon arrival in Chișinău on April 23, she will meet with representatives of civil society organizations.
7:30
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed freezing the conflict in Ukraine along the current front line in a bid for peace, the Financial Times reports, citing informed sources.
Yesterday
20:30
89 entrepreneurs from the hospitality and food services (Horeca), tourism, agriculture, and sport sector have benefited from grants worth 28.5 million Lei from the Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA).
19:20
Eligible citizens of the Republic of Moldova residing abroad who intend to participate in the parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025, can register starting today, April 22, via the online platform inregistrare.cec.md.
18:50
The President of the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG), Dmitrii Constantinov, is subject to a travel ban for two months.
17:40
Chișinău Mayor Ion Ceban announced he had ordered the dismissal of several managers in municipal enterprises, citing "reasonable suspicions" concerning their activity.
16:20
Drought and snowless winters in recent years have significantly reduced the country's agricultural yield.
14:10
Armand Duplantis and Simone Biles were the main stars of the Laureus World Sports Awards gala.
12:40
The Congregation of Cardinals has set Pope Francis's funeral for Saturday, April 26, starting at 10:00 AM (local time, 11:00 AM Moldova time), the French channel BFMTV reports.
12:30
Three people were injured following a kamikaze drone attack launched by Russia on the city of Odessa on the morning of Tuesday, April 22.
11:30
Over 6,800 people received a second chance at life thanks to cardiovascular surgeries funded by the mandatory health insurance system.
10:20
A new round of talks on Ukraine will begin on April 22 in London, following discussions held last week in Paris.
8:30
The Kremlin has expressed "satisfaction" with Donald Trump's casual announcement that he would explicitly and officially exclude Ukraine's accession to NATO.
7:50
The Vatican announced that Pope Francis died following a stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, AP and Reuters reported.
21 April 2025
22:10
Hundreds of residents from Chisinau applied for the "European Courtyard" program, which allows them to repair their deteriorated apartment block courtyards. Those interested can request the repair of walkways, parking areas, or green spaces. The application deadline is April 25.
More than 2 days ago
17:40
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced that the Eiffel Tower will not be lit up on Monday evening to "honor the memory" of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88, news.ro writes.
17:20
Seven people, including a child, were injured in a road accident in the Vinnytsia region of Ukraine on Sunday. According to Ukrainian media, the driver of the bus involved in the accident is a 64-year-old Moldovan citizen.
14:30
President Maia Sandu, after the death of Pope Francis: "The world lost a tireless promoter of compassion and equity" # Moldova1
The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, sent a message of condolences following the death of Pope Francis, whom she described as "a tireless promoter of compassion and equity."
14:30
EU leaders mourn Pope Francis, praising his compassionate, humble, and progressive legacy as a defender of the poor and suffering.
11:50
Pope Francis passed away on Monday morning, April 21, 2025, at 7:35 a.m., in his residence at the Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican. The official announcement was made by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, who conveyed with deep sorrow: "The Holy Father Francis has returned to the House of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and his Church."
9:30
This week starts with warm weather and clear skies across the country. According to the State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS), the sky will be variable on Monday, April 21, and no precipitation is forecast. The maximum air temperature will be around 25 degrees Celsius.
20 April 2025
21:40
Paun Rohovei: European integration is a common priority for Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova # Moldova1
The Republic of Moldova is a close partner and ally for Ukraine, and the goal of the authorities in Kyiv is to deepen Moldovan-Ukrainian relations across all areas. This statement was made by Paun Rohovei, the Ukrainian ambassador to Chișinău, during the “Diplomatic Dimension” program on Moldova 1 TV. The official also highlighted the importance of the shared European path of the two countries.
19:40
During this festive season, as nature comes back to life and families gather around meals, tourist guesthouses across the Republic of Moldova are opening their doors wide to guests. To provide high-quality services and traditional dishes reimagined with taste and refinement, several chefs from both sides of the Nistru took part in a training course. They learned how to blend traditional Moldovan recipes with modern ones and how to turn each meal into a unique culinary experience.
19:00
In the north of the country, after they attended church on Easter night, believers uphold traditions just as they learned from their parents when they were children. On the morning of the first day of Easter, children wash their faces with water from a bowl containing a red egg, a white egg, and some coins, so they may be healthy all year, have rosy cheeks, and be as clean as silver.
18:30
Students in all general education institutions in the country are on Easter vacation until April 28, and will return to classes on April 29, according to the Ministry of Education. In this context, the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU) urges parents to talk to their children during this period about the dangers of fire, electricity and other risks in the home or outside.
13:40
Art exhibition dedicated to Easter traditions and cultural values opens at the Parliament # Moldova1
The Parliament is currently hosting an exhibition with works by students from the "Alexei Stârcea" Art School in Chisinau, students from the Technical Creation Center in Buiucani sector, the Creation Center in Hâncești and the Art School in Basarabeasca.
10:20
Russia pretends to honor Easter truce, but attacks and advances continue in some front-line areas, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday morning, following the Kremlin’s announcement of a temporary Easter truce the previous evening.
9:20
The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, shared today a message of congratulations on the Easter holidays. The head of state conveyed wishes of hope, light, and unity, reminding us that Easter is the celebration that teaches us that goodness and truth prevail, no matter how long or difficult the journey may be.
9:10
Orthodox Christians celebrate Holy Easter today. It is the feast of light and joy, considered the greatest feast of Christianity, and it means the Resurrection of the Lord. The Easter celebrations last for three days.
19 April 2025
20:40
International Monuments Day at the Orheiul Vechi museum complex was marked by two significant events: a historical reconstruction of the defensive rampart attributed to ruler Stephen the Great and Holy, and the inauguration of the Medieval Archaeology Museum inside the fortification complex, featuring artifacts unearthed at this historic site.
19:30
Moldovan weightlifter Elena Erighina delivered a career-best performance, doing it on home soil. At Arena Chișinău, she won 3 gold medals in the up to 81 kg weight category competition.
18:30
The Russian Federation is to halt all military operations starting Saturday, April 19, until midnight on April 21.
17:30
As the weather warms, the tick season has begun. At the "Valentin Ignatenco" Municipal Children's Clinical Hospital, an average of three cases of tick bites in children are reported daily.
16:50
According to Ukraine's Air Force, last night the Russian army attacked Ukrainian territory with eight missiles and 87 unmanned aerial vehicles and drone simulators.
16:20
The Holy Fire appeared again this year in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, at 2:36 PM. The Fire was brought to the faithful by the Patriarch of Jerusalem.
15:20
The Holy Fire from Jerusalem will also arrive in the Republic of Moldova this year. It will be brought by the delegations of both Orthodox Metropolitanate in the country.
13:30
The Russian disinformation network "Matryoshka" has for the first time launched a campaign targeting the Republic of Moldova, according to the Russian publication The Insider.
12:20
During the Easter holidays, the Leușeni, Palanca, and Sculeni state border crossing points, as well as Chișinău International Airport, are experiencing an increased passenger flow.
11:20
Nationwide, the sky will be partly cloudy to clear, and no precipitation is expected, according to the State Hydrometeorological Service.
10:20
Students, Master's students, and recent graduates can spend two summer months working alongside public officials and European Union (EU) experts to gain insight into public administration.
9:30
Based on open-source data, the BBC, together with Mediazona and a team of volunteers, have identified the names of 103,275 Russian military personnel killed in the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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