Energy and water alerts prolonged as Moldova stabilizes supplies

Moldova has extended its sector-wide energy and hydrological states of alert for an additional 30 days during a cabinet meeting on August 26. The decision addresses persistent supply chain disruptions in refined petroleum markets and critical water depletion across major transboundary reservoirs.

Romania's Claudiu Năsui to lead Moldova's economic ministry

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced a strategic cabinet reshuffle on August 25, nominating former Romanian Economy Minister Claudiu Năsui as the new Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization.

Diplomacy across generations: Moldova honors 35 years of statehood

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs inaugurated a landmark photo-documentary exhibition on Tuesday at the National Museum of History of Moldova. Titled "Diplomacy across generations: 35 years of dialogue, trust, and cooperation," the event marks the 35th anniversary of the Republic of Moldova’s proclamation of independence.

Sandu demands air defence boost to shield Moldovan sky

Moldovan President Maia Sandu called for the urgent reinforcement of Ukraine’s air defence shield during a summit of Coalition of the Willing leaders held in Kyiv on 24 August. Sandu stressed that strengthening Ukrainian air protection directly safeguards the airspace and citizens of the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova adopts new media law amid political row over state subsidies

Moldova’s Parliament has passed a new media law in its final reading, introducing an ownership and funding transparency register. The legislation partially aligns national frameworks with the European Media Freedom Act and repeals the country's outdated 1994 press law.

Moldova convenes urgent session to fast-track critical EU legislation

The Moldovan Parliament convened an extraordinary session on August 24–25 to address a heavy legislative agenda. Lawmakers are scheduled to examine 37 draft laws, with 23 measures directly tied to the country's European Union accession commitments.

Ukraine mourns; the Foreign Ministry of Chisinau calls the August 20 attack a serious threat to sovereignty and security

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Republic of Moldova condemns the massive missile and drone attack that occurred on the night of August 20 against Ukraine, resulting in at least 12 deaths and many injuries.

Shahed drone illegally flew over Moldova

On the night of August 20, another Russian drone unauthorizedly crossed the airspace of the Republic of Moldova. The aircraft was tracked for six minutes, from 03:16 to 03:22, flying over the village of Etulia in the Gagauzia autonomy.

Moldova demands €23.2m Russian spill damages for Dniester

Moldova is preparing legal proceedings in international courts to claim €23.2 million (approx. 455 million MDL) in compensation from the Russian Federation following a major environmental disaster on the Dniester River in March 2026.

Farmers threaten to block roads unless Ukraine's imports are licensed like Romania's

The "Forța Fermierilor" association is once again threatening large-scale protests. Farmers are demanding that the Government establish clear regulations for the transit of Ukrainian grain through the Republic of Moldova. They are concerned that increased heavy transport could obstruct the logistics routes they rely on for their exports.

Maia Sandu: "Expelling the ambassador won't stop Russia"

President Maia Sandu stated that the expulsion of Russian ambassador Oleg Ozerov would not halt the incursions of drones illegally flying over the airspace of the Republic of Moldova. During the show "La 360 de grade" on Radio Moldova, she emphasized that some drones enter the country's territory by accident, while others are sent intentionally.

APG needs 580,000 lei for the Gagauzia Electoral Commission's debts

Past political decisions continue to impose financial burdens on Gagauz autonomy. In 2023, the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG) dissolved the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) in Comrat and appointed a new one. However, these actions were later overturned by the court. Consequently, the institution has accrued debts of approximately 580 thousand lei, which will need to be covered by the regional budget.