Igor Grosu: The Republic of Moldova joined most of the EU sanctions against the Russian Federation

The Republic of Moldova has joined the majority of the European Union's sanctions packages against the Russian Federation, said the Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, in the program "La 360 de grade" on Radio Moldova. The Parliament Speaker reiterated that Russia is committing crimes through the war waged in Ukraine and that Moscow's attitude towards the Republic of Moldova is hostile, especially after the decision of the Chisinau authorities to follow the vector of European integration.

Over a hundred people suffer traumatic injuries as a result of falls on the ice

Over 100 people have suffered traumatic musculoskeletal and skeletal injuries after falling on the ice. Specialist doctors from the Institute of Emergency Medicine have been working on alert for the last 24 hours due to the high volume of calls.

WEATHER // After the blizzard, the weather is warming up

The evening of Monday, November 27, is expected to be a cold one, with temperatures below zero degrees. The wind will no longer blow with intensity, at night the temperature will drop to -10 degrees Cesius. The weather will be warmer tomorrow. It will rain, forecasters say.

Entrepreneurs from Moldova and all over Europe will participate in the 21st “Made in Moldova” exhibition

The 21st “Made in Moldova” exhibition will be held on January 31 and will last until February 4 inclusive, said the president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sergiu Harea.

Efforts of those who provided assistance in difficult weather conditions, appreciated by the head of state and the prime minister

In a message, the head of state, Maia Sandu, appreciated the efforts made by firefighters, rescuers, soldiers, medical staff and representatives of local authorities who provided assistance to people in difficult situations due to weather conditions.

Deputy-chairman of the Republic of Moldova calls for combating Russian propaganda within the framework of the Central European Initiative

The member countries of the Central European Initiative must have among their priorities the fight against propaganda from the Russian Federation, which represents a major threat to all countries in the region, said at the meeting of the Assembly on the parliamentary dimension of the Central European Initiative, the deputy chairman of the Republic of Moldova, Mihai Popșoi.

Truck crossing restrictions at Leușeni, Cahul and Giurgiulesti customs posts due to weather conditions

The crossing of trucks through the Leușeni, Cahul and Giurgiulești customs posts is restricted, the spokeswoman of the Customs Service, Tatiana Șompol, said for our radio station.

The National Army intervened to unlock the vehicles affected by the snow

The National Army intervened with soldiers and technical units to tow blocked vehicles on roads affected by snow in the Security Zone of the Republic of Moldova, reads a press release from the institution.

Yellow code for strong winds across the country valid until midday

The yellow strong wind code is valid throughout the country until today at 1:00 p.m., the State Hydrometeorological Service announces. So far, the police intervened in 165 cases of unblocking people in difficulty. The State Administration of Roads advises drivers not to hidrive unless there is an urgent need.

Snowstorm knocks out power in Moldova

Update: At 15:00, 165 villages in 15 districts have no electricity, Premier Energy announces. According to the source, heavy snowfall and strong gusts of wind have put the resistance of the power grids under pressure, and operational intervention teams are facing difficulties because they do not have access to electrical installations. The roads are not cleared, the source notes. Consumers are urged to be patient and understanding.

Ukrainian refugees fight corruption in Moldova

Adolescents from Ukraine who have fled to Moldova are getting involved in fighting corruption in the country. Thanks to a program initiated by the National Anti-Corruption Center (CNA), young people are talking to their peers about the harmful effects of corruption and how it affects their daily lives.

Strong winds hit Moldova, gusts up to 20 metres per second

The Hydrometeorological Service of Moldova has extended a yellow alert for wind gusts. The warning is in effect until Monday, November 27, at 1:00 pm. According to meteorologists, the wind will blow from the northwest, with gusts of up to 15-20 metres per second.