Maia Sandu urges Kyiv to start Moldova–Ukraine accession talks “without delay”

During a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kiev on April 26, President Maia Sandu stated that the Soviet regime's disregard for human life and its culture of secrecy, which posed a threat to an entire continent 40 years ago at Chernobyl, can still be seen in the Kremlin's actions today. She emphasized that Ukraine has now become a "security provider" for Europe and called on the European Union to commence accession negotiations "without delay" with both Ukraine and Moldova.

Strong winds: Fallen trees block roads, damage cars, and disrupt border crossings

Strong gusts of wind, which began after 12:00, caused significant disruption in the Republic of Moldova. The most affected areas included the capital and the districts of Râșcani, Bălți, Fălești, Orhei, and Soroca. Downed trees blocked several roadways, damaged vehicles, and left some localities without electricity.

Yellow frost alert: -3°C on April 27–28

The State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) has issued a Code Yellow weather warning for April 27-28. Frosts are expected across the country, with temperatures potentially dropping to -3°Celsius.

Over 90 shells found in Dănceni during farm work

More than 90 suspicious objects resembling shells were found in the countryside of Dănceni, Ialoveni district. The ammunition was discovered by a man while working in agriculture.

“Study in Moldova” reaches Soroca: Students explore admission and career options

Students from the northern part of the country who cannot travel to the capital to explore their options before choosing a faculty attended an educational fair in Soroca. Representatives of all 11 universities in the country presented study programmes that combine theory with practice and prepare them for adult life.

Hidden danger: Tick bites can cause serious illness

Be cautious of ticks! As the weather warms up, these insects begin to invade parks and forests. Tick bites can transmit serious infectious diseases, the most well-known being Lyme disease, which can also impact the nervous system. Last year, nearly 160 cases of Lyme disease were reported.

Practical lessons and anatomical exhibits for future Moldovan doctors

Young people who wish to study medicine must be both dedicated and resilient under stress. To help determine if this is their true calling, hundreds of lyceum graduates were invited to visit the "Nicolae Testemitanu" State University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Chisinau. A key attraction was the institution's anatomy museum, which features human skeletons among its exhibits. The visitors left feeling enthusiastic and determined to pursue a profession that fundamentally involves significant responsibility for patients' lives.

Exhibit recalls 1946-1947 famine in Moldova

The National Library of the Republic of Moldova has opened a new exhibition documenting the Soviet-organized famine of 1946-1947. The event commemorates the 80th anniversary of a tragedy that claimed approximately 200,000 lives.

False claims: Romania halts Moldovan payouts

A coordinated disinformation campaign is spreading false claims that Romania has suspended child allowances and pensions for Moldovans holding Romanian citizenship.

2026 Europe Day brings EU village to Moldova

Moldova will celebrate 2026 Europe Day with major cultural and educational events in Chisinau and Soroca. The Delegation of the European Union will host activities under the theme "You are Europe: Peace. Freedom. Growth." These events aim to highlight the EU Growth Plan and European values.

UTM confirms Viorel Bostan for new Rector mandate

The academic community of the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) has officially re-elected Professor Viorel Bostan, PhD, as Rector. The result was formalized on Friday following a decision by the Council for Institutional Strategic Development, which validated the election returns.

Chișinău and London deepen ties: “an excellent year” with new commitments in security, economy, and education

The Republic of Moldova and the United Kingdom will enhance their cooperation in key areas, including security, defense, economy, and education. This commitment was solidified when the two countries signed a declaration to deepen their partnership during the fifth meeting of the bilateral Strategic Dialogue held in London.