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 The legislation partially aligns national frameworks with the European Media Freedom Act and repeals the country's outdated 1994 press law.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.

Popșoi: East-West option no longer viable for Moldova; no time to waste

The policy of balancing relations between East and West, which has been advocated by the authorities in Chisinau for decades, is no longer feasible due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, according to Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, Minister of Foreign Affairs. He emphasizes that Moldovan society has made an irreversible choice in favor of European integration. Nearly 35 years after declaring independence, the Republic of Moldova stands at a pivotal moment in its diplomatic history, marked by ongoing negotiations to join the European Union (EU) and strong ties with its primary Western partners.

Non-merging Moldovan towns face mandatory merger, loss of grants

Localities with fewer than 3,000 residents that refuse voluntary merger face mandatory consolidation by statutory decree ahead of the 2027 local elections, government officials confirmed.

Moldova pushes local government mergers ahead of 2027

Moldovan Government Secretary-General Alexei Buzu has defended the timeline for the country's voluntary municipal merger reform, rejecting criticism from local authorities over tight deadlines and insufficient consultations.

In their first 2026 parliamentary session, deputies worked over 220 hours and adopted 177 acts

During the first ordinary session of 2026, Parliament held 30 meetings that lasted over 220 hours—equivalent to more than nine consecutive days of work. During this session, deputies examined and adopted 177 normative acts, of which 35 were focused on aligning national legislation with European Union standards.