Nicotine alters developing youth brains in seconds, ministry warns

Nicotine poses an immediate threat to the developing brains of children and adolescents, Moldova's Ministry of Education and Research has warned. The alert comes amid a sharp rise in the use of traditional and electronic cigarettes among teenagers.

Over 3,600 Moldovans receive free state-funded heart surgery

More than 3,600 patients in Moldova received state-funded cardiovascular surgery during the first half of 2026. All procedures were fully covered by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (AOAM).

Sandu says parade will showcase Moldova's defense progress

President Maia Sandu has signed a decree to hold a military parade celebrating the 35th anniversary of Moldova's independence. The event will take place on August 27 in Chisinau’s Great National Assembly Square, bringing together various national defense and law enforcement units.

Moldova under severe thunderstorm and hail alert

Moldova is under a yellow alert for severe weather, facing imminent thunderstorms and potential hail. The Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring Authority issued the warning, which takes effect today, August 6, at 3:00 PM and will remain active until 1:00 AM on August 7.

Heavy vehicles face daytime heatwave limits on national roads

The National Road Administration (AND) announced driving restrictions for heavy freight vehicles on national public roads during extreme heatwaves. The measure aims to protect road surfaces from severe damage caused by high temperatures.

Over 4,700 Moldovans seek shelter at emergency heat centers

Moldova’s General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) assisted over 4,700 people on the first day of operating emergency heat relief centers across the country.

Moldova backs school reform with €15,300 teacher relocation bonuses

Teachers, principals, and auxiliary staff who move to schools in new localities following institutional restructuring can receive a one-off relocation grant of up to €15,300 (approx. 300,000 MDL). The Cabinet of Ministers approved the new regulation on August 5.

Rescuers warn extreme heat poses fatal risks to children

Moldova’s General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) has issued an urgent public warning, highlighting severe life-safety risks for young children left in vehicles during peak summer heat.

New Geran-2 drone fragments found in Cahul

This evening, several fragments of a Geran-2 drone were discovered near the village of Văleni in the Cahul district. According to the police, the identification was based on the drone's construction characteristics, the materials used in its manufacture, and the markings found on the fragments.

Moldova's energy deficit: Maia Sandu says only rain can help

The electricity crisis is impacting not only the Republic of Moldova but also its neighboring countries, exacerbated by a lack of precipitation and extreme temperatures. President Maia Sandu stated on August 5 during the "Jurnal Politic" program that the government is taking all necessary measures to mitigate the effects. However, a sustainable solution relies on the return of rainfall to prevent disconnections during peak hours.

Chisinau's urban mobility: Solutions for car congestion

The number of cars in Chișinău is more than five times greater than the capacity of the traffic network that the city’s road infrastructure was designed to accommodate. One of the major issues identified is the shortage of parking spaces, with the city currently having only about 18.5% of the estimated necessary parking.

Government launches a plan for a defense system to address new security risks

The Republic of Moldova plans to modernize its national defense system by 2030. This involves developing capabilities tailored to current security risks and training a professional workforce. On Wednesday, the government approved the Implementation Program for 2026–2030, which is part of the National Defense Strategy for the period 2024–2034.