Russia neutralizes drone attacks targeting key regions overnight

Several regions in Russia were targeted by drone attacks overnight from Thursday to Friday, January 24. According to authorities, the drones were intercepted and neutralized by air defense and electronic warfare systems, reports DW.

Tiraspol accuses Chisinau of blockages in the gas delivery process. Government: "False narratives"

Vadim Krasnoselski, the separatist leader of the Transnistrian region, has accused Chisinau of deliberately blocking gas deliveries to the area, leading to an energy crisis and discrimination against the local population. In contrast, the authorities in Chisinau deny these allegations, calling them “false narratives.” In a response to Teleradio Moldova, the Reintegration Policy Bureau stated that they have repeatedly offered humanitarian aid to the residents of the region, but this assistance has been refused by Tiraspol.

Gas deliveries to the left bank of the Nistru, possible only through the Republic of Moldova. Expert: “It depends on the goodwill of Chisinau”

Tiraspol relies on the “goodwill” of Chișinău to sustain its economy in the current context of natural gas supply, said Eugenia Gusilov, director and founder of the Romanian Energy Center, during the “Zi de zi” program on Radio Moldova. She noted that the gas intended for delivery to the Transnistrian region by the Russian Federation, through a company called Ozbor Enterprises that is controlled by a former Gazprom executive, would only meet the region's basic needs.

Speculation about gas for the Transnistrian region: The government was not informed about new supply solutions

The government has not received any information regarding new gas supply solutions for the Transnistrian region, according to government spokesman Daniel Vodă. This statement follows reports in the Russian media that supplies could begin in February through the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline. Additionally, the authorities in Chisinau have formally requested the Russian Embassy to identify the companies involved in the potential resumption of natural gas supplies to the region. However, no response has been received so far.

High-voltage energy project set to power Moldova by 2025

The construction of the Vulcănești-Chișinău high-voltage transmission line (LEA) has reached approximately 50% completion.

Maia Sandu convenes Moldova's Supreme Security Council to tackle corruption

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, convened the Supreme Security Council (SSC) on Monday, January 20, 2025.

How Moldova’s differentiated tariffs can help you save on energy

From today, January 20th, differentiated electricity tariffs will come into effect. The introduction of these tariffs gives consumers in the Republic of Moldova the opportunity to optimize costs by adjusting their energy consumption.

Tiraspol blocks humanitarian aid talks amid energy crisis

Although political representatives from Tiraspol claim safety concerns as their reason for not attending meetings in Chișinău, the same individuals move freely on the right bank of the Dniester River on various occasions, raising questions, according to Oleg Serebrian, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration.

Moldovagaz is not notified about resumption of gas supplies to the transnistrian region

Moldovagaz, the sole supplier of natural gas to the Transnistrian region, has not been officially notified about the resumption of gas supplies from the Russian Federation. The statement was made by the company's interim head, Vadim Ceban, in the context of the announcement made by the alleged leader in Tiraspol, Vadim Krasnoselski, regarding the resumption of gas supplies.

Energy deficit concerns after heating season, experts

Experts warn that the Republic of Moldova may face significant challenges in the energy sector following the end of the heating season. They highlight that the energy deficit could increase during this time. Energocom has confirmed that the electricity deficit could become apparent in the summer months when consumption typically rises, but they assure that the situation is manageable and that solutions are being sought.

ENERGY CRISIS // Chisinau maintains stability in the face of external pressure, while Tiraspol awaits gas deliveries, experts

The artificial crisis on the left bank of the Nistru is part of a broader strategy by the Russian Federation to destabilize the Republic of Moldova, ahead of this year’s parliamentary elections. Despite these challenges, experts say that the constitutional authorities in Chisinau continue to respect their contractual obligations towards the Russian concern and maintain stability in the region, while Tiraspol would wait for Russian gas deliveries to be resumed.

INTERVIEW // The Republic of Moldova will soon open the first clusters of negotiations for EU accession

The Republic of Moldova will open, in the coming weeks, the first clusters of negotiations for EU accession, declared the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, in an interview with Radio Moldova. According to him, the process is strongly supported by Poland, which holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union.