Criminal case in Romania over false documents found on Vladimir Plahotniuc: Only one confirmed as valid

The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) in Bucharest announced the opening of a criminal case in Romania regarding false documents associated with Vladimir Plahotniuc, the former democratic leader from Chisinau. Plahotniuc was arrested in Greece on July 22.

Plahotniuc and Țuțu filmed in handcuffs outside Athens court

Vladimir Plahotniuc and Constantin Țuțu, who were detained in Greece on July 22, appeared in court in Athens on Friday, July 25, to be questioned regarding the possession of false documents.

Veaceslav Platon sentenced to 24 years in prison by a Moscow court in the so-called “Russian Laundromat” case

Veaceslav Platon, currently in the United Kingdom and released on bail in an extradition case at Moldova’s request, was sentenced in absentia to 24 years in prison by a Moscow court. According to Russia’s General Prosecutor’s Office, Platon was found guilty of illegally conducting foreign currency operations using falsified documents, which allegedly led to the unlawful transfer of over 48 billion rubles (approximately 600 million USD) out of the country between 2013 and 2014.

Moldovan tycoon Platon released on bail in London Court

Westminster Magistrates' Court in London has decided to release Veaceslav Platon on bail of £330,000.

Plahotniuc's extradition could take months. President of CRJM: "It all depends on the quality of the evidence"

The extradition process for Vladimir Plahotniuc, the former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova, who was detained at an airport in Greece on July 22, could take several months. Ilie Chirtoacă, the president of the Legal Resources Center of Moldova (CRJM), warned about this potential delay. He emphasized that the authorities in the Republic of Moldova need to submit an official extradition request to the Hellenic Republic. This request must include clear explanations of the crimes for which Plahotniuc is being pursued.

Moldova's PAS submits list, pledges rapid EU path

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) is set to submit its documents to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) today, July 20, for registration to participate in the September parliamentary elections.

Vitalie Pîrlog extradited, faces charges in Interpol corruption case

Vitalie Pîrlog, Chisinau's former Minister of Justice and of the Security and Intelligence Service (SIS), arrested in the United Arab Emirates in mid-June, was extradited and indicted in France on Friday, according to judicial sources cited by the French media.

Global economy: IMF cites trade risks, urges policy action

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced it will update its global economic growth forecast at the end of July.

Prosecutors Octavian Iachimovschi and Alexandru Cernei proposed to CSP for external evaluation

Two prosecutors from the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office, Octavian Iachimovschi and Alexandru Cernei, were recommended for promotion by the evaluation commission following an external review. The commission sent the final reports on their evaluations to both prosecutors and the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP).

Veronica Dragalin barred from public office for five years as CSP confirms failed external evaluation

Veronica Dragalin, the former head of the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, failed to pass the external assessment of her ethical and financial integrity. During a meeting on July 17, the Superior Council of Prosecutors accepted the Vetting Commission's report from June 12, with a vote from five members. As a result, Dragalin is barred from holding the position of prosecutor or any other public office for a period of five years.

Sergiu Russu and Sergiu Brigai – appointed as acting deputies of the General Prosecutor

Sergiu Russu and Sergiu Brigai were appointed as deputies to the acting Prosecutor General, Alexandru Machidon. They will serve in these roles for the entire duration of his mandate. The appointments were approved by the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) during their meeting on July 17, based on a proposal from Machidon.

Transnistrian region: Over 300K hold Moldova passports

Over 300,000 residents of the Transnistrian region hold Moldovan citizenship.