Ukraine reroutes freight through Moldova as Odessa route reopens

Ukrainian authorities announced on Sunday, December 21, that traffic on the Odessa-Reni route is now fully restored in both directions.

National Bank of Moldova reports decline in new savings

The volume of savings held in banks by Moldovans shrank by nearly 11 percent in November, totaling over 2.7 billion lei.

EU economic growth plan for Moldova moves to second stage

Moldovan authorities are preparing the second semi-annual progress report to unlock a new installment of the 1.9 billion euro European economic growth support package.

Romanian President Nicușor Dan threatens to dissolve CSM over judicial corruption claims

Romanian President Nicușor Dan announced on Sunday, December 21, at the Cotroceni Palace, that he will launch a referendum among the country's magistrates this January.

Victoria Belous explains the rise in Moldova real estate costs

The Moldovan real estate market has been primarily shaped by the war in Ukraine, with many Ukrainian citizens investing in local housing, according to Victoria Belous, Vice-Chair of the Parliamentary Committee on Economy, Budget, and Finance.

Reconnaissance drone discovered by hunter in Lerești, Romania

A drone equipped with a parachute was found crashed in a forest in Argeș county, Romania. The device was discovered on Sunday, December 21, by a man during an organized hunt in the Lerești commune.

Kremlin skeptical of peace deal changes after Florida diplomatic summit

American negotiators and Russian officials met in Florida on Saturday, December 20, to discuss a potential end to the war in Ukraine, a conflict that has reshaped global geopolitics since February 2022.

Ukraine shakes up military command following port attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to dismiss Dmytro Karpenko, the head of Air Command South, following a series of devastating Russian strikes on the Odessa region.

Moldova’s UTM launches smart agriculture specialization

Smart agriculture is the newest specialization available at the Technical University of Moldova (UTM). The program offers students the opportunity to master digital technologies in farming, aiming to train experts capable of implementing innovations that enhance productivity and sustainability across the country’s agricultural sector.

Putin open to dialogue with Macron on Ukraine conflict

The Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is prepared to hold negotiations with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the war in Ukraine. This statement was made by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov during an interview with RIA Novosti.

Turkey on alert after three unidentified drones found in a week

An unidentified drone crashed in the northwestern Turkish province of Balıkesir, local newspaper Haberler reported, citing Meduza Live. The device was found by farmers in a field in the Manyas district.

Moldova becomes transit route for vital goods after infrastructure strikes in southern Ukraine

Due to recent attacks on critical infrastructure, including damage to the bridge on the Odessa-Reni road, some freight flows from southern Ukraine will be temporarily redirected through the Republic of Moldova. Authorities in Chisinau stated that this measure is necessary to ensure the continued supply of essential goods. They also mentioned that the situation is being managed in a coordinated manner with the involvement of various state institutions.