Judge Mihail Diaconu dies amid criminal investigation

Former judge Mihail Diaconu was found dead this morning, at approximately 7:30 a.m., under a bridge in the capital, with a gunshot wound to the head.

Trump delays China tariffs, imposes new duties

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday, August 11, that postpones the implementation of new tariffs on goods imported from China for 90 days, CNBC reports, citing a White House official.

Moldova police warn citizens of paid protest scheme

Moldovan police are warning citizens that promises of payment for participating in protests are a serious violation of the law and can lead to criminal liability.

Gagauzia's political crisis: Elections stalled

Gagauzia's autonomous region is facing a major institutional deadlock. The current mandate of its People's Assembly is about to expire, and the region's governor, Evghenia Guțul, has been sentenced to seven years in prison in a first-instance ruling.

Gagauzia challenges Guțul's conviction as "political"

The People’s Assembly and the Executive Committee of Gagauzia have deemed the conviction of Bashkan Evghenia Guțul "illegal" and "politically motivated" in the case of the former Șor Party's illegal financing.

Israel approves plan to control Gaza City

Israel's Security Cabinet approved a plan to destroy the radical Islamist movement Hamas and take control of Gaza City, according to international agencies AP and Reuters, who announced the decision on Friday, August 8.

Ilan Shor’s network helps Russia evade sanctions via banks, firms, and crypto

Moldovan fugitive Ilan Shor, who was convicted in the "billion-dollar theft" case, has resurfaced at the heart of an international network with significant financial and geopolitical implications. An investigation published by IPN reveals that the politician plays a crucial role in a complex scheme designed to evade international sanctions imposed on the Russian Federation. This scheme involves a network of companies, banks, digital currencies, and commercial channels operating in countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the United Arab Emirates, Mongolia, Egypt, and others.

Yellow fire code in Moldova: IGSU warns that any source of fire can cause a large-scale fire

The State Hydrometeorological Service issued a Code Yellow warning due to exceptionally high natural fire danger. Meteorologists have indicated that from August 8 to August 14, the risk of fires will be significantly elevated in the southern and eastern regions, as well as in parts of the central Republic of Moldova. This increased risk is attributed to high temperatures and a lack of precipitation during this period.

Dozens of searches in Moldova over illegal financing, voter corruption

On the morning of Thursday, August 7, law enforcement officers are conducting 78 searches in several localities across the Republic of Moldova. This is part of a criminal investigation into illegal financing and voter corruption, as announced by the General Inspectorate of Police.

Fallen trees hit gas lines, roads in Chisinau, Balti, Soroca after August 6 winds

Rescuers and firefighters from the Republic of Moldova conducted over 40 interventions due to strong winds and heavy rain on August 6. The majority of requests for assistance came from the municipalities of Chisinau, Soroca, and Balti, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU).

ELECTIONS 2025 // CUB and Andrei Năstase registered on the list of candidates for the autumn parliamentary elections

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) registered two more candidates for the parliamentary elections on Wednesday, August 6.

Deputy Prime Minister Popșoi on Russian MP's threats: “Moscow no longer tells us what to do”

The Moldovan authorities rejected statements by Russian MP Konstantin Zatulin, who suggested that a possible advance of Russian troops toward the Moldovan-Ukrainian border could lead to the annulment of the conviction of Gagauzia’s governor, Evghenia Guțul. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi called the remarks “an unacceptable interference” in Moldova’s internal affairs.