Fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor challenges Moldovan law

The participation of convicted Moldovan MP Irina Lozovan at the "Victoria" bloc's congress, held on July 6 in Moscow and organized by fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor, is a clear act of defiance against the Moldovan justice system, asserts security policy expert Andrei

Moldova boosts defense with €197M EU support

The European Union has provided a total of €197 million in support to the Republic of Moldova for the modernization of its defense system, channeled through the European Peace Facility (EPF).

Moldova Summit: EU anchors future in Chisinau

Holding an EU summit in the capital of a candidate country is uncommon. Summits of the leaders of the 27 EU member states usually take place in Brussels, the EU's de facto capital, or, occasionally, in the country holding the rotating EU presidency, currently Denmark.

Key reforms & debates: Moldova's 2021-2025 Parliament

The Moldovan Parliament's current term, ending on July 11, 2025, has been remarkably productive in terms of legislation, but also heavily criticized.

New Moldovan embassy in Astana: Strengthening regional bonds

The Republic of Moldova officially opened its embassy in Kazakhstan on July 2, 2025, at a ceremony held in Astana.

Moldova's EU path: Danish Presidency pledges key support

Denmark assumed the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on July 1, and the Republic of Moldova is counting on new momentum in its European journey.

NATO boosts Moldova's stability via defense, Ukraine aid

Increased NATO defense spending and the alliance's commitment to Ukraine also bring greater stability for Moldova, says Valeriu Mija, State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).

Chișinău socialists demand revision of 2025 municipal budget

Councilors from the Party of Socialists (PSRM) in the Chișinău Municipal Council (CMC) have called on Mayor Ion Ceban to revise the 2025 municipal budget and to prioritize social projects that support the capital’s residents.

Russia to influence parliamentary elections in Moldova

The Russian Federation is reportedly dissatisfied with the direction chosen by Moldova’s citizens and is likely to attempt influencing the outcome of the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28, according to Jānis Mažeiks, the European Union’s ambassador to Moldova.

Johann Wadephul to visit Moldova and meet Sandu

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will make a brief visit to Moldova on Tuesday, July 1.

Presidential control: Moldova's Anti-Disinformation Center reform

The director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Countering Disinformation (CSCCD), recently brought under the President's authority, could be appointed for a four-year term or for the duration of the Moldovan President's mandate.

Russian Ambassador Oleg Ozerov remains unaccredited in Moldova

The Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Moldova, Oleg Ozerov, is currently unaccredited in the country. Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, who is also the Minister of Foreign Affairs, stated that although attempts were made to grant accreditation, the process was postponed due to statements and actions by Ozerov that are considered unacceptable and threatening to the Republic of Moldova.