Alexandru Adam will lead the National Administration of Penitentiaries
Moldova1,
25 June 2025 20:30
The Ministry of Justice announced that Alexandru Adam, the Deputy Head of the National Administration of Penitentiaries (ANP), has won the competition to become the institution's director.
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9:50
NATO is closely monitoring Russian activities in the Republic of Moldova and continues to support Chișinău in countering Moscow’s hybrid threats. The Alliance's Deputy Secretary General, Radmila Šekerinska, emphasized that Moldova’s partnership with NATO stands to benefit from increasing its defense spending to 5% of GDP. In an interview with Teleradio-Moldova, Šekerinska stressed that all NATO allies are fully aware of the threat Russia poses to Euro-Atlantic security.
9:50
The inmate who escaped from Penitentiary No. 8 in Bender on May 16 was tracked down and detained by law enforcement. According to the General Inspectorate of Police, he was found last night in a village in the Cimișlia district, where he had been hiding to evade arrest.
Last 24 hours
20:30
The conclusions adopted at the European Council summit on June 26, 2025, officially confirm the Republic of Moldova's progress in its European Union accession process and invite the Council of the European Union to open the first negotiation cluster, which focuses on fundamental values.
20:10
The European Union will closely monitor the parliamentary elections set to take place this autumn in the Republic of Moldova. French President Emmanuel Macron made this statement at a press conference following the European Council Summit in Brussels.
19:10
Road construction on the route to Vasilcău commune in Soroca district is in full swing. This segment of the road was initially slated for repair under the Romania-Republic of Moldova Joint Operational Programme, a European Union-funded initiative worth €2.3 million.
18:10
Adrian Culai, the former Secretary-General of the ALDE party (Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe), has been handed a four-year suspended sentence after admitting he accepted money from a group led by Ilan Șor to fund the political party, the Prosecutor's Office announced.
15:10
Short-duration rains, accompanied by lightning, isolated hail, and wind gusts up to 15–20 meters per second, are expected in the coming hours across Moldova.
15:10
At its meeting on June 26, 2025, the European Council adopted conclusions outlining the European Union's position on the most pressing regional and international issues.
14:10
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski argues that a new arms race could lead to the collapse of Russian President Vladimir Putin's "regime," just as the Soviet Union was defeated.
12:20
European prosecutors have uncovered a massive criminal scheme involving the fraudulent import of Chinese goods into Europe via Greece's port of Piraeus.
11:10
The 26 EU leaders who signed a communiqué at the European Council summit in Brussels on Thursday, June 25, seem to have exhausted their imagination when it comes to concrete measures to end the war in Ukraine.
10:20
Despite a challenging economic period for the Republic of Moldova, marked by a mere 0.1% GDP growth in 2024, certain key sectors are starting to show signs of recovery and could become engines of sustainable development.
Yesterday
8:30
The upcoming legislature could be defined by European integration, a historic landmark similar to the 1991 Independence Parliament, President Maia Sandu stated in an interview with NordNews.
7:20
The leaders of the 27 European Union member states have officially invited the EU Council to take the next steps in Moldova's EU accession process, by opening negotiation clusters when the conditions are met.
26 June 2025
21:20
The European Council reaffirmed the European Union's strong support for the Republic of Moldova on its path to accession, noting the Commission's assessment that Moldova is ready to open the first negotiation chapter, which focuses on fundamental values.
21:10
The Moldovan Parliament on Thursday appointed Liuba Șova and Nicolae Roșca as Constitutional Court judges for a six-year term.
19:20
Defense ministers from Iran and Russia are attending a meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member countries in China.
18:20
Some Russian and Belarusian athletes who tried to enter the Republic of Moldova for a kickboxing championship in Chișinău weren't just competitors. Instead, they were individuals employed by Russian and Belarusian security services, some with criminal records or on international sanctions lists.
17:10
The Association of Former Deportees and Political Prisoners of the Republic of Moldova has issued a public appeal, urging authorities to firmly condemn the denial of communist-era repressions and the manipulation of public opinion on this matter.
16:20
The European Parliament will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Moldova's Parliament to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions.
15:10
Premier Dorin Recean's visit to the Orhei District today was overshadowed by incidents and protests.
14:10
The 2025 national Baccalaureate exam's basic session saw 13,005 candidates, or 72.36% of the total admitted, successfully pass.
13:10
CIA Director John Ratcliffe asserts the agency he leads has obtained "a body of credible evidence indicating that Iran's nuclear program was severely impacted by recent targeted strikes" carried out by the U.S. late last week.
13:00
Starting this year, the Republic of Moldova will officially mark National Fathers' Day on the last Sunday of June.
12:20
The days students receive their exam results are typically charged with strong emotions for both children and parents.
11:20
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset signed an agreement in Strasbourg on Wednesday, June 25, to establish a special international tribunal to investigate Russia's crimes of aggression against Ukraine.
10:20
The NATO summit, held Wednesday in The Hague, was a "monumental success" for the US, stated President Donald Trump, referencing the substantial increase in defense spending agreed upon by member state leaders. (According to AFP, cited by Agerpres.)
More than 2 days ago
9:30
Booking appointments with a doctor, checking requests, and accessing information about services and fees will now be easier and free, without the need to wait in line at the registration desk.
8:50
With the NATO summit in The Hague concluded and its minimalist final declaration issued, most leaders opted for the two-hour (177 km) highway drive to Brussels.
25 June 2025
22:00
On Wednesday, June 25, the Ungheni Court annulled the decision made by the Electoral Council of Boldurești. This decision had affirmed the scheduling of a second round of local elections on June 1, 2025, and declared Nicanor Ciochină as the mayor of the Boldurești commune, Nisporeni district.
21:50
The EU-Moldova summit , set for July 4 in Chisinau, is described as "an unprecedented event" by Janis Mazeiks, the EU Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, in an interview with Agora. According to the ambassador, this high-level meeting highlights the significant importance that Brussels places on its relationship with Chisinau.
20:30
The Ministry of Justice announced that Alexandru Adam, the Deputy Head of the National Administration of Penitentiaries (ANP), has won the competition to become the institution's director.
18:30
Detention of Moldovans in Moscow is a new episode in the Kremlin’s information war against the Republic of Moldova, experts # Moldova1
Relations between the Republic of Moldova and the Russian Federation are becoming increasingly strained. Today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) issued a new travel alert for the Russian Federation following multiple incidents of harassment against Moldovan citizens. The latest reported case involves the Russian special services detaining two Moldovan citizens, who they claim are undercover agents of the Intelligence and Security Service. Chisinau described these allegations as "unfounded and speculative." Experts believe that the detention of these two citizens is part of a broader information war that the Kremlin is waging against Moldova.
17:10
The Romanian President addressed the issue of parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova during the NATO Summit in The Hague. Nicușor Dan stated that Bucharest is prepared to provide support, particularly in countering cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns.
17:00
Monthly allowances for people with Chernobyl-related disabilities will increase starting August 1 # Moldova1
Starting August 1, 2025, people with disabilities who participated in the cleanup efforts following the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident will receive a monthly state allowance increased by 250 lei. This provision is included in a draft law reviewed by the Parliament's Social Protection, Health, and Family Committee.
15:20
Moldovan prosecutors' request to extradite the controversial businessman Veaceslav Platon from the United Kingdom will be examined in detail at the end of November. The London court stated that he remains in custody after being detained on March 13 at the request of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Moldova. This information was confirmed to RFE/RL by the Westminster Magistrates' Court in London.
15:10
Serghei Carapunarlî was proposed for the position of deputy director of the National Anticorruption Center # Moldova1
The candidacy of Serghei Carapunarlî, the former head of the Asset Recovery Agency (ARBI), will be presented to Parliament for approval for the position of deputy director of the National Anticorruption Center (CNA). This decision was made by members of the Parliamentary Committee on Law, Appointments, and Immunities on June 25.
13:30
Oana Lungescu on Moldova 1 TV: EU accession and NATO partnership are “a guarantee of Moldova’s sovereign future” # Moldova1
The Republic of Moldova will not take part directly in the official discussions at the NATO summit in The Hague, which includes the 32 allied states. However, it will be represented through a strategic partnership supported by Romania. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently mentioned in a press conference that Romania has taken on the role of mediating Moldova's security interests in its relationship with the North Atlantic Alliance.
13:30
The "Alternativa" Electoral Bloc was officially registered to participate in the early parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28, 2025. This decision was made following a vote by eight members of the Central Electoral Commission, while the Commission's President, Angelica Caraman, voted against.
12:10
Two people lost their lives in a road accident this morning near the village of Colibași in the Cahul district. The vehicle the victims were in crashed into a tree.
12:00
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) of the Republic of Moldova issued a travel alert regarding the Russian Federation due to reports of harassment, intimidation, and abusive treatment directed at Moldovan citizens within that country. The ministry states that these incidents indicate a systematic policy implemented by the Moscow authorities against citizens of the Republic of Moldova.
11:40
Romania is committed to defending democracy in the Republic of Moldova and supporting its journey towards European integration, especially in light of the growing security challenges in the Black Sea region. This statement was made by Oana Țoiu, the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, during the NATO Summit held in The Hague.
10:00
Two Moldovan citizens detained in Moscow: FSB claims they entered Russia with fake documents # Moldova1
Two citizens of the Republic of Moldova were detained in Moscow on June 25, accused of being undercover agents for the Intelligence and Security Service of the Republic of Moldova, according to the Russian agency TASS.
24 June 2025
21:20
The state enterprise "Poșta Moldovei" launched a new philatelic issue on June 24, titled "Personalities. Commemorations," honoring the notable personalities Vladimir Beșleagă and Eugen Doga.
19:20
A senior NATO official stated on the sidelines of the summit in The Hague that the alliance has not yet seen any direct involvement of Russian military intervention in the Republic of Moldova. However, Moscow is attempting to undermine democratic institutions in Chisinau.
17:50
The first intelligent sensors that collect real-time traffic data were installed in Chisinau with financial support from the European Union.
15:50
The Insider: Russian "Matrioshka" network spreads disinformation about Maia Sandu ahead of EU – Moldova summit # Moldova1
The pro-Kremlin disinformation network Matrioshka initiated a large-scale information attack campaign against Maia Sandu, the President of the Republic of Moldova. This campaign comes just before the EU-Republic of Moldova summit scheduled for July 4 in Chisinau.
15:50
The licensing regulations for importing wheat, corn, and sunflower were extended until December 31, 2025. This decision was made by the government on June 24 to protect local farmers in a regional market characterized by production surpluses and low prices.
14:50
Over 2,400 people with severe disabilities to receive a one-off financial aid of 5,000 lei each # Moldova1
Over 2,400 adults with severe disabilities will each receive 5,000 lei from the state. This decision follows the government's June 24 expansion of the list of beneficiaries eligible for single financial aid under the "Buget +PLUS" program, which is financially supported by the European Union.
14:40
A 32-year-old man tragically lost his life in a serious road accident on the road connecting the commune of Băcioi to the village of Horești. The tragedy occurred at noon on June 24.
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