Illegally possessed cigarettes and ammunition seized in northern Moldova: 12 individuals under investigation by law enforcement

Twelve individuals from northern Moldova are being investigated for smuggling after law enforcement conducted 18 searches in various locations within the Edineț and Briceni districts, including the town of Lipcani. The raids, supported by the "Fulger" Brigade, uncovered large quantities of illegally held cigarettes and ammunition at a car wash and a warehouse.

Income from real estate rentals has reached 60 million lei since the beginning of the year

During the first eight months of the year, individuals renting out residential spaces contributed 60 million lei in taxes. According to the State Tax Service, this represents a 26.8% increase compared to the same period last year.

Over 30 people targeted in an electoral scheme: raids in northern Moldova

On the morning of September 18, over 50 searches were conducted in the northern part of the Republic of Moldova. This operation was led by the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) in collaboration with the Balti Municipal Prosecutor's Office. The searches targeted 32 individuals and the headquarters of a political party, amid suspicions of money laundering, voter corruption, and illegal financing of political parties.

MEP Eugen Tomac, on Radio Moldova: The elections on September 28 will be decisive for the geopolitical direction of the Republic of Moldova

Romanian MEP Eugen Tomac emphasizes that the parliamentary elections on September 28 will be crucial for the Republic of Moldova's geopolitical direction and its future within the European Union. In an interview with Radio Moldova, he stated that the election results could either hinder or speed up the European integration process, particularly as the Russian Federation aims to destabilize the country and keep it within a politically and strategically controllable sphere.

Higher energy bills due to inefficient blocks of flats. The solution – building renovation

Around 75 percent of residential buildings, schools, and hospitals in the Republic of Moldova were constructed over 40 years ago and are energy inefficient. Thermal energy losses can exceed 60%, leading to higher utility bills. To address this issue, the government plans to implement a gradual building renovation strategy, which is expected to be completed by 2050.

Plahotniuc extradition halted by Romanian forgery probe

Vladimir Plahotniuc is under investigation in Romania for forgery, prompting the Greek Ministry of Justice to suspend his extradition to Moldova. A Greek legal source, who spoke to Reuters on the condition of anonymity, reported that the former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova is also expected to provide explanations to a Greek prosecutor regarding this case.

Kyiv MFA: Ukraine backs Moldova against Russian pressure

Ukraine has raised concerns about Russian efforts to destabilize Moldova ahead of the elections scheduled for late September. Heorhii Tykhyi, the spokesperson for the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), emphasized during a press conference that Moscow's actions represent "serious interference" in Moldova's internal affairs. He also reaffirmed Ukraine's commitment to supporting democratic and transparent elections in Moldova.

Cheaper gas may lower consumer tariffs

Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu acknowledged that the price consumers pay for gas may decrease. However, he emphasized that the final decision rests with the National Energy Regulatory Agency. His comments were made in light of the lower purchase prices announced by Energocom for the 2025-2026 gas year.

New raids: crime group probed for electoral corruption, illegal financing, money laundering

On the morning of Thursday, September 18, officers from the National Investigation Inspectorate, PCCOCS prosecutors, and police officers from the "Fulger" BPDS carried out raids at multiple locations across the country. These actions aimed to address electoral corruption, the illegal financing of political parties, initiative groups, and electoral competitors on a large scale. Additionally, the operation targeted money laundering activities perpetrated by an organized criminal group on an extensive scale, as announced by the General Inspectorate of Police.

Beyond the classroom: The push for mandatory environmental education in Moldova

The need for better environmental education is becoming increasingly clear in Moldova, a country facing significant ecological challenges.

Phishing attacks: How to protect yourself on WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram

Moldova’s Cyber Security Agency (ASC) has issued a warning over "phishing" messages targeting users on WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram.

Data privacy: How Russian Apps threaten Moldovan users

Users of Russian apps in Moldova face significant data security and privacy risks, according to the country’s National Center for Personal Data Protection (CNPDCP).