Moldova moves to formally condemn Soviet-era 1946–1947 famine

The Moldovan Cabinet has issued a favorable opinion on a draft law seeking to recognize the artificially induced famine of 1946–1947 as a crime against humanity committed by the Soviet regime.

Moldovan cabinet approves senior government resignations and changes

The Moldovan Cabinet of Ministers accepted the resignations of State Agency on Intellectual Property (AGEPI) Director Iulian Iorga and two other senior state officials during its meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Un-degreed youth hire at Moldovan Ministry sparks patronage debate

Moldova’s ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) faces renewed political scrutiny over public sector hiring practices following revelations regarding rapid youth wing appointments.

Moldova launches real-time medicine tracking to prevent shortages

Moldova is establishing a national digital platform to monitor daily pharmaceutical inventories and flag supply risks before they impact patients. The system will track stock levels across importers, distributors, retail pharmacies, and healthcare facilities nationwide.

Toxic smoke engulfs central Moldova as landfill fire spreads to forest

Emergency services and local authorities in central Moldova have stabilized a major landfill blaze after two days of intense firefighting. The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon at the municipal dump in Călărași and rapidly spread to an adjacent forest strip, scorching nearly four hectares of land.

Moldovan educators demand promised pay hikes ahead of mass protests

Education workers will protest on Wednesday, August 19, in Chisinau’s Great National Assembly Square, demanding that authorities honor promised salary increases starting September 1. The rally, organized by the Education and Science Trade Union Federation (FSEȘ), will take place between 09:00 and 11:30 AM.

Chișinău substation nears launch for European power imports

Finalization works at the Chișinău Electrical Substation, part of the strategic 400 kV Vulcănești–Chișinău overhead power line, have entered their conclusive phase.

Faster Russian jet drones escalate Moldovan air risks

Intensifying drone attacks along the Moldovan border may be designed to test NATO response capabilities and spread panic among the public, security experts warn. The developments come as faster, jet-powered unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) increasingly violate regional airspace.

Moldova offers €153 per resident for local governance reform

The Moldovan government will commit €331.6 million (approx. 6.5 billion MDL) to local councils that complete voluntary administrative mergers within statutory deadlines.

Unidentified jet drone crashes near Moldova border after air alert

An unidentified unmanned aerial vehicle crashed in a cornfield near Talmaza village in the Ștefan Vodă district, creating a crater two meters wide and 50 centimeters deep.

External crises force Moldova to suspend promised teacher pay hikes

Promised salary increases for Moldovan educators have been frozen ahead of the new academic year. Government officials cite revenue shortfalls linked to global energy instability and international conflicts, prompting trade unions to organize nationwide protests.

Maia Sandu warns of rising energy prices and announces compensation plans

The Republic of Moldova needs to be ready for the "worst-case scenario" if the drought continues. This situation could result in reduced energy production, potentially leading to higher electricity tariffs. President Maia Sandu issued this warning during an interview on Radio Moldova.