Strășeni police seize €5,870 in illicit goods after raid

Strășeni police officers seized over 1,000 cigarette packs, 3,600 loose cigarettes, 1,170 liters of alcohol, and undocumented pyrotechnics during a targeted regional operation. The confiscated illicit goods are valued at over €5,870 (approx. 115,000 MDL).

Moldova debuts national AI olympiad for global finals

Hundreds of students, teachers, and technology enthusiasts gathered at Tekwill Expo Day 2026, an event highlighting digital innovation. The exhibition featured the official launch of the country’s first National Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, where top young programmers competed to secure a spot at the global finals in Kazakhstan.

Firefighters contain blaze in downtown Chisinau abandoned property

A fire broke out on the morning of June 8 in an abandoned building in central Chisinau, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. Firefighters successfully contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures, and confirmed that no casualties were reported.

Sandu: Moldova eyes private investors for military drone production

Moldova could soon launch domestic production of military drones and jamming systems to counter growing aerial threats.

Moldova warns citizens in Israel as Iran vows week-long attacks

The Moldovan Embassy in Israel issued an urgent security alert for its citizens following a massive Iranian missile and drone barrage.

Moldova flash floods damage homes and infrastructure after storms

On June 7, 2026, torrential rains and high winds triggered flash floods across multiple regions in Moldova, prompting 37 emergency operations by the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU). Emergency crews focused primarily on draining water from residential properties, basements, and critical public infrastructure.

Drone explodes in Orhei district with no reported casualties

A drone exploded near the village of Lopatna in the Orhei district during the night, according to official reports. The Moldovan General Inspectorate of Police confirmed that the incident caused no casualties.

Army engineers deploy to unblock flood-ravaged roads

Moldovan National Army soldiers deployed to the village of Pănășești in the Strășeni district on Sunday following severe flash floods caused by torrential rains overnight. Troops from the "Codru" Engineer Battalion arrived on-site after local public authorities requested immediate operational assistance to manage the crisis.

Speaker Grosu coordinates flood relief in Ialoveni

Moldovan Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu assessed severe flood damage across Ialoveni district on Sunday following torrential overnight rains. Emergency response teams and local authorities continue active operations to clear blocked infrastructure and secure damaged properties.

Heavy rain floods Chisinau streets, police urge caution

Torrential overnight rainfall triggered severe flash floods across Chisinau, paralyzing traffic on major arterial routes. National Police patrol units deployed immediately to manage the unfolding gridlock as meteorologists warn of continued precipitation.

Marta Kos to mayors: EU expands school modernization in Moldova

The European Union (EU) will contribute to the modernization of 20 additional schools in the Republic of Moldova and will continue to support local projects aimed at improving infrastructure, public services, and living conditions through the "European Village" program. This assistance was discussed during a meeting between the European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, and mayors from various regions of the country.

More travelers choose last-minute trips despite risks

More Moldovans are increasingly interested in last-minute travel deals, known as "last minute," in hopes of finding more affordable vacations. However, tourism specialists argue that these offers are not always the most beneficial option.