Russian strikes trigger ecological crisis on Moldova's Dniester River

Russian missile strikes on Ukraine’s Novodnestrovsk hydroelectric power station in early March triggered a severe environmental crisis on the Dniester River, a vital water artery for neighboring Moldova. The attacks caused massive oil spills that threatened national security, nearly forcing a total shutdown of the centralized water supply in Moldova's capital, Chișinău.

President Sandu honors responders after Russian attack on river infrastructure

Moldova marked Dniester River Day on Sunday, May 31, 2026, shifting the traditional celebration into an urgent call for environmental resilience following recent military disruptions. The commemoration follows a major ecological crisis in March, when Russian airstrikes on Ukraine’s energy grid severely threatened Moldova's primary water source.

President Sandu signs decree returning citizenship to Traian Basescu

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has signed a decree granting Moldovan citizenship to former Romanian President Traian Basescu. The decision, signed on May 26, took effect immediately following an official request from the former Romanian leader.

Chisinau-Venice flight diverts into Ukraine airspace

A Moldovan passenger flight bound for Venice bypassed severe storms by entering restricted Ukrainian airspace, officials confirmed. The tactical maneuver was fully coordinated with defense and aviation authorities to ensure aircraft safety.

Sandu urges vigilance as scams cost Moldovans €408,000 this week

Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to exercise extreme caution following a dramatic surge in financial fraud. The state cannot guarantee total protection against sophisticated financial scams, Sandu warned, noting that recovering stolen funds is exceptionally difficult when operations are orchestrated from abroad.

Metropolitan Teofan takes temporary charge of Bessarabia Church

Metropolitan Petru, the Archbishop of Chisinau and Metropolitan of Bessarabia, has officially stepped down from his leadership role. The hierarch requested his retirement due to advanced age, health issues, and the overall welfare of the Church.

Orthodox Christians in Moldova mark Pentecost traditions

Orthodox Christians in Moldova celebrate Duminica Mare (Great Sunday) today, May 31. The major feast occurs 50 days after Easter and marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, an event regarded as the birth of the Christian Church.

Fourteen detained in cross-border migrant smuggling case

Moldovan and Romanian border authorities have dismantled a cross-border migrant smuggling network operating along the Moldova-Romania border, detaining 14 people, including suspected facilitators and foreign nationals attempting to enter the European Union illegally.

Northern Moldova battered by hail and torrential rain

The northern districts of Moldova were hit on Saturday, May 30, by torrential rain accompanied by hail, according to local reports and social media footage.

Moldova boosts defense diplomacy via international peacekeeping

The National Army of Moldova is intensifying its commitment to global stability by expanding its participation in international peacekeeping operations. Beyond domestic infrastructure, the Ministry of Defense is prioritizing the advanced training of personnel to meet international standards.

Moldova’s central bank warns of sophisticated digital fraud

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has issued an urgent advisory regarding a surge in sophisticated financial fraud. Malicious actors are increasingly leveraging IP telephony to mask their origin, appearing as official institutions to exploit victims.

A Bucharest park will be named after Donald Trump

Donald Trump won an online poll against Maia Sandu to choose the name for the new extension of Tudor Arghezi Park in Bucharest. The winning name was announced on Monday, May 25, by the mayor of Sector 4, Daniel Băluță, in a Facebook post.