Labor market in Moldova: Unemployment figures for early year job placements

This year, over 15,000 individuals have secured jobs through the National Employment Agency (ANOFM). Among the beneficiaries, 4,525 are registered unemployed individuals, along with 346 people employed as daily workers or for fixed terms of up to three months.

French expertise drives Moldova major water project

Prolonged drought, unreliable sources, and restricted drinking water access continue to strain communities across the Republic of Moldova. In response, the construction of the Chișinău–Strășeni–Călărași main water pipeline has emerged as one of the country's most critical hydro-infrastructure investments.

Nistru water flow reduced to 75 cubic meters per second

Water discharge into the Nistru River will be reduced from 85 to 75 cubic meters per second through the end of August. The Dniester Commission reached the decision on Tuesday, August 11, following declining water storage at the Novodnestrovsk reservoir and dry weather forecasts for the next two months.

Colombia declares emergency as earthquake death toll reaches 164

The death toll from a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has risen to 164, with authorities warning the number of victims could increase sharply.

Regulator probes inflated power bills after meter swaps in Moldova

Moldova’s energy regulator has launched an inquiry into power distribution practices after consumers reported receiving unusually high electricity bills following recent meter replacements.

Moldova Supreme Court reaches 60% capacity after new appointments

The Supreme Court of Justice (CSJ) of Moldova has reached its minimum operational quorum after expanding its bench to 12 judges out of the 20 required by law. Following the presidential appointment of five new magistrates on July 3, 2026, the Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) formally ended its reliance on emergency temporary transfers.

Moldova plans major military overhaul amid severe staff shortages

The Moldovan government has approved its 2026–2030 defense implementation program, setting a comprehensive roadmap to modernize the National Army and adapt to evolving regional security threats. The 200-page plan focuses on air defense, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and deeper cooperation with European partners.

Massive Russian missile and bomb attacks kill 9 in Ukraine

A combined Russian barrage of missiles, drone strikes, and guided aerial bombs killed at least nine people and injured dozens more across Ukraine overnight on August 11.

Eastern NATO allies hardening assets against Russian hybrid risks

NATO’s northern and eastern members are fortifying power grids, gas pipelines, and hydro dams against potential Russian false-flag sabotage. Intelligence assessments indicate Moscow may stage attacks using Ukrainian-manufactured drones to test Western resolve.

Experts dismiss Russian gas return as Moldova tariff soars

Rising natural gas tariffs have reopened debates over Moldova's energy import strategy. While some political figures advocate resuming purchases from Russia, energy analysts warn that this option is no longer viable due to European Union sanctions and severed transit routes.

Moldovan radar detects Russian-type drone in airspace

A drone with characteristics matching a Russian-designed Shahed-238 (Gheran-3) breached Moldovan airspace overnight on August 10-11. Military radar systems tracked the aircraft as it crossed the border from Ukraine before exiting a minute later.

Europe prepares for landmark August 2026 total solar eclipse

The total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, promises to be one of the decade's most extraordinary astronomical events. A narrow path of totality will sweep across Europe, plunging parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain, and Portugal into daytime darkness.