Allowances for victims of political repression will be increased from January 1, 2025

Victims of political repression from 1917 to 1990 will see an increase in their monthly state allowances, starting January 1, 2025. A draft amendment to the Law on Additional Social Protection for Certain Categories of the Population was approved in the second reading by 70 deputies.

Former president of the “Șor” Party from Fălești will stand trial for complicity in illegal party financing

The President of the Fălești territorial organization of the “Șor” Political Party will stand trial. He is accused of complicity in the financing of a political party by an organized criminal group. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office announced the completion of the criminal investigation and has forwarded the case to court for trial.

Energy crisis: Power outages expected for both banks of the Nistru in 2025

Residents of the Transnistrian region may welcome the new year without electricity. Authorities in Tiraspol have announced that if Russian gas supplies are halted, the Cuciurgan Power Plant will switch to coal. This transition carries significant risks of power outages in the region. Meanwhile, officials in Chisinau warn that a similar risk exists for residents on the right bank of the Nistru. Prime Minister Dorin Recean reassured the public that any potential power outages would be brief and would not affect the entire country.

The Republic of Moldova has sufficient natural gas for the winter season

The Republic of Moldova is fully supplied with natural gas for the entire heating season, which runs from October to March. JSC "Moldovagaz" has completed 100% of its natural gas purchases for the right bank of the Nistru. In total, 747.9 million cubic meters of natural gas were purchased.

Orthodox Christians celebrate the Day of the Saint Andrew

The old-style Orthodox Christians celebrate today, December 13 the Day of the Saint Andrew, the Apostle.

Energy Minister from Bucharest: Romania has the necessary energy resources to support the Republic of Moldova

"Romania is prepared for winter and has the resources to support the Republic of Moldova, if the situation requires it," said Romanian Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja.

Orhei // A woman dies in a road accident

A tragic incident occurred on the morning of December 13 in Orhei, where a 55-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car. The accident happened on the R-6 road, near the Nistreana neighborhood.

Teachers in the Republic of Moldova protest: They demand salaries equal to the national average

Teachers in the Republic of Moldova are organizing a protest in front of the Parliament today, December 13, starting at 10:00 AM. They are dissatisfied because authorities have not included their requests for salary increases in the draft state budget for 2025.

Chisinau hospitals brace for power outages

Amidst growing concerns over energy supply, Chisinau's hospitals are bracing for potential widespread power outages.

Romania, Bulgaria join Schengen: Easier travel for Moldovans

Starting January 1, 2025, Romania and Bulgaria will become part of the Schengen Area. This means travelers crossing the border between Moldova and Romania will no longer face border checks within the EU.

Flu vaccine depleted in Moldova, COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up

Over 99% of this season’s flu vaccines have already been administered nationwide.

International students swear Hippocratic Oath in Moldova

Forty-four students from India, Israel, and Ukraine, graduates of the Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy, have sworn the Hippocratic Oath.