A turning point for European media: 2025 marked by systemic repression and lethal violence

Media freedom across Europe faced an unprecedented crisis in 2025, driven by physical violence, legislative overreach, and transnational repression. The Council of Europe’s (CoE) latest annual report, "2025: A Turning Point for Media Freedom," reveals a landscape of escalating hostility toward the press.

Tehran blocks world's premier oil transit point in retaliatory escalation

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Monday the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, declaring that any vessel attempting to transit the waterway would be targeted.

US issues global caution as Middle East transit hubs collapse following strikes on Iran

The US State Department issued an urgent mandate on Monday, instructing all American citizens in the Middle East to depart the region immediately. Officials urged the use of any available transportation as the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran escalates.

Education as a bridge: The students returning to the Transnistrian region to transform local schooling

More than 850 students from the Transnistrian region are currently pursuing higher education in Chisinau and other right-bank cities, supported by state scholarships. Among them is Arina Brigalda, a graduate from Grigoriopol who moved to the capital to study at the "Ion Creangă" State Pedagogical University.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte commends US-Israel strikes on Iran, rules out Alliance involvement

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte commended the recent joint military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran on Monday. He stated that these operations effectively degrade Tehran’s ability to acquire nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities.

Mandatory circularity: EU sets 2026 deadline to prohibit destruction of unsold apparel

The European Union will strictly prohibit the destruction of unsold clothing and footwear starting in July 2026. Under the newly adopted Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), major fashion retailers are banned from incinerating or discarding surplus inventory.

Real income growth and IT sector dominance define Moldova’s labor market in Q4 2025

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reports that the average gross monthly earnings in the Republic of Moldova rose to €834 (approx. 16,355 MDL) in the fourth quarter of 2025. This represents a nominal increase of nearly 9% compared to the same period in 2024.

From migration to innovation: the digital success story of Diana Baidu-Lungu

A Moldovan entrepreneur is proving that perseverance and digital adoption can transform a challenging start into a high-performance business. Diana Baidu-Lungu, who left the Republic of Moldova over 15 years ago, has successfully established a network of fully automated laundries in Spain.

Over €10 million collected in early health insurance premiums as March 31 deadline looms

Moldova’s National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) reports that over 81,000 citizens have already paid their mandatory health insurance premiums in the first two months of 2026. This represents an increase of 2,400 individuals compared to the same period last year.

PM Munteanu, 34 years after the Nistru War: “People on the left bank can join the rest of the country on the path to the EU”

Over three decades after the Nistru War, officials are warning of the growing impact of the Russian Federation's "cognitive war" against the Republic of Moldova. They have also called for the withdrawal of troops that are illegally stationed on the left bank of the Nistru River.

MPay and EVO identity fraud: Citizens receive messages about an alleged “unpaid toll”

Authorities are warning that a fraud scheme has been identified, illegally using MPay and EVO identities. Citizens are receiving SMS messages about an alleged "outstanding toll" and are urged to access a link.

Limited flights resume from Dubai airports. MFA: “Go to the airport only after your airline contacts you”

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates announced a limited resumption of air operations at Dubai airports. According to Dubai Airports, starting on the evening of March 2, a select number of flights will operate from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum (DWC).