Moldovan emergency forces respond to widespread flash floods

Moldovan emergency teams deployed across ten districts over the weekend to mitigate damage after torrential rains and overnight storms triggered widespread flash floods. The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) responded to 65 urgent requests for assistance as heavy deluges submerged households, damaged roads, and disrupted transit. Authorities confirmed that no casualties or injuries have been reported, and operational teams remain on permanent alert.

Crumbling century-old Jewish homes in Capresti face extinction

Rapidly deteriorating stone walls and collapsing roofs now threaten the last remaining century-old Jewish residences in Capresti, a village in Moldova’s Floresti District. This accelerating structural collapse has forced local residents and authorities to issue an urgent appeal to the Ministry of Culture for immediate restoration funding before these historical vestiges disappear entirely.

Armenia votes today in high-stakes shift from Moscow to EU

Armenians are casting ballots this Sunday in high-stakes parliamentary elections that will shape the nation's next government. Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third consecutive term to solidify his power. The election is dominated by Armenia's shifting relationship with Russia and Yerevan's explicit push for closer ties with the European Union.

EU Enlargement Commissioner tackles environmental reforms in Moldova

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos concluded her official visit to Moldova by discussing the nation’s EU accession path during a working kayak trip on the Nistru River. Alongside Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder, the EU official assessed water pollution issues and the strategic requirements of Chapter 27.

Modern technologies showcased at Fruit Day in Corlăteni

The village of Corlăteni in the Râșcani district transformed into a hub of horticultural innovation for a day. Fruit growers gathered for a new edition of the "Fruit Day" exhibition, which focused on the concept of the "orchard of the future." This concept emphasizes creating more efficient and profitable orchards that meet new market demands.

Vladimir Voronin steps down as PCRM president after over 30 years

Former President Vladimir Voronin, who led the Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM) for more than 30 years, has resigned as party president. This decision was announced on June 6 at the party's Congress, which was attended by 254 delegates, according to the party's official website.

Investment impact will become visible after 18 months, Dumitru Vicol

The announcement of approximately one billion euros in investments on June 5 at the Republic of Moldova - European Union Investment Conference demonstrates the strong trust the European community has in the authorities of Chisinau. The reforms implemented in recent years have exceeded Brussels' expectations, leading to heightened interest among European investors in the national economy.

WHO confirms nearly 500 Ebola cases in Central Africa

Nearly 500 confirmed cases of Ebola virus infection were reported in Central Africa, raising growing concern about the extent of the hemorrhagic fever epidemic, according to the latest assessment from the World Health Organization (WHO).

Former Agriculture Minister Vasile Bumacov elected PSDE president

Vasile Bumacov, the former Minister of Agriculture and former Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Japan and Korea, has been elected as the President of the European Social Democratic Party (PSDE). This decision was made on June 6 during the party's 12th Extraordinary Congress.

Court upholds Marina Tauber’s 7.5-year prison sentence

Former MP Marina Tauber hwas sentenced to 7 years and 6 months in prison for her role in the illegal financing of the former "Șor" Party. During the hearing on June 5, the Criminal Panel of the Court of Appeal rejected appeals from both the prosecutors and Tauber’s lawyers, upholding the original sentence without any changes.

Marta Kos to mayors: EU expands school modernization in Moldova

The European Union (EU) will contribute to the modernization of 20 additional schools in the Republic of Moldova and will continue to support local projects aimed at improving infrastructure, public services, and living conditions through the "European Village" program. This assistance was discussed during a meeting between the European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, and mayors from various regions of the country.

Exhibition on Nicolae Iorga’s research runs until July 15

The exhibition entitled "History of the Romanian people in the research of Nicolae Iorga", 155 years after the birth of the great historian and scholar of Romania, can be seen at the National Library of the Republic of Moldova.