Moldova vulnerable to Russia attacks EU vows support

Moldova remains vulnerable to disinformation, economic pressure, and cyber attacks from the Russian Federation, but the EU will stand by it "every step of the way," the bloc's ambassador to Chișinău has said.

EU Ambassador Piórko says Moldova 'belongs to European family'

Moldova is set to successfully complete its path to European Union (EU) membership, and Brussels will remain by its citizens' side "every step of the way."

Mindanao quake: At least one dead after 7.4 tremor hits Davao Oriental

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Friday.

Court of Appeal suspends the Modern Democratic Party of Moldova for a year. The Party reacts

Chisinau Court of Appeal decided to limit the activity of the Modern Democratic Party of Moldova (PDMM) for a period of 12 months, at the request of the Ministry of Justice, which accuses the party of involvement in subversive actions and illegal foreign funding. The party's leader, Boris Foca, rejects the accusations, calling the decision unfounded and claims that he will appeal it to the Supreme Court of Justice.

Plahotniuc again refuses court escort; next hearing set for October 20

Former Democratic Party leader Vladimir Plahotniuc continues to refuse to attend court hearings. He did not appear on Wednesday, October 8, at the Chisinau Court based in Buiucani, where the examination of the "bank fraud" case resumed. According to the judges, the court received a notice of refusal and a request signed by Plahotniuc, stating that he requested not to be escorted to the hearing on October 8 because he needed time to familiarize himself with the case materials.

Government: Moldova ready for winter; gas, fuel oil, and coal fully secured

The government announced that the Republic of Moldova is entering the cold season with fully replenished reserves of gas, fuel oil, and coal. The Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, stated that the country is well-prepared for winter, and Energocom has completed all necessary purchases for the 2025–2026 period.

Gagauzia: Electoral body dissolved, blocking regional parliament vote

The Gagauz Autonomy, a self-governing region in southern Moldova, faces an unprecedented electoral delay.

Gaza conflict: Israel and Hamas negotiation update

Delegations from Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas have met in Egypt for indirect negotiations on a peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump.

Moldova: Ex-leader Plahotniuc's arrest upheld after appeal

A fresh appeal by former Moldovan Democratic leader Vladimir Plahotniuc to challenge his detention has been rejected by the Centru Court of Appeal.

Justice reform crucial for Moldova’s economy, says US State Dept

Moldova has made progress in economic and democratic reforms but continues to face serious challenges from endemic corruption, excessive bureaucracy, and an unstable judiciary, a new US State Department report warns.

Moscow airspace closes as Ukrainian drone strikes hit Russian regions and Crimea

On the night of 5–6 October, Ukrainian forces struck multiple targets in Russia and in Russian-annexed Crimea. Russian authorities announced the temporary closure of airspace over several cities.

3,000 affected as drone reports close Munich Airport runways

Munich Airport was temporarily closed overnight into 3 October after multiple witnesses reported sightings of drones near, and then directly over, the runways.