Thermal fluctuations trigger major water pipe failure and road subsidence in Chisinau

Sharp temperature fluctuations continue to damage the capital's aging infrastructure. On Wednesday, February 18, a major water main burst on Gradina Botanica Street, causing severe localized flooding and disrupting traffic.

Between diplomacy and deterrence: US mobilizes Gerald R. Ford carrier amid stalled Iran talks

United States military forces are positioned to launch potential strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, though President Donald Trump has yet to grant final authorization.

Trump envoys mediate 'gradual' progress in Ukraine-Russia military dialogue

Military officials from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have achieved incremental yet pivotal progress in defining a ceasefire mechanism during trilateral negotiations in Geneva.

Justice delayed: Moldovan bank raiders convicted but spared jail time

The Chisinau Appellate Court has issued a final conviction against four individuals—three men and one woman—for the fraudulent seizure of equity in a commercial bank valued at over 28 million MDL (approx. €1.42 million).

Sovereignty vs. Security: Zelenskyy’s trilateral gamble in the shadow of the Geneva peace process

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed tactical progress regarding military protocols following high-stakes negotiations with Russia and the United States. Despite this, a deep political divide persists over the status of the Donbas region.

Moldova’s industrial heritage revived: A €400,000 investment saves century-old German-engineered mill

One of the oldest industrial sites in the Republic of Moldova, the Mereșeni steam mill, has officially gained the status of a national and international historical monument. The transformation follows a major restoration project funded by the European Union with over €400,000 (approx. 7,840,000 MDL).

Snowstorms paralyze Moldovan roads: Rescuers free ambulances and trapped motorists

Moldovan emergency teams responded to 85 crisis calls in the last 24 hours following heavy snowfall on February 18. The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) deployed massive resources to counter severe traffic disruptions across the country.

Scholars reconstruct Chisinau’s legacy as interwar Romania’s second-largest city

Historians Lidia Prisac and Ion Xenofontov have released a landmark two-volume encyclopedia titled "Chisinau: The Second City of Greater Romania (1918–1940)." The work meticulously reconstructs the urban landscape and daily life of the city during the interwar period. This was a pivotal era when Chisinau served as a vital cultural and economic hub within the Romanian Kingdom.

Kremlin loyalists join opposition in rare backlash against Russia’s digital censorship

The liberal Yabloko party has formally notified Moscow authorities of its intent to hold a rally on March 1 in support of Telegram and freedom of speech. The proposed event, scheduled for the central Zaryadye Park, expects a turnout of up to 5,000 participants.

Rising gun crime prompts urgent push for stricter firearm legislation

Moldova’s National Police Chief, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, is calling for a significant overhaul of the country’s gun laws. He argues that civilian access to handguns must be restricted following a series of high-profile armed incidents that have unsettled the public.

Students in Chișinău will resume in-person classes on February 19

Students in Chisinau will resume in-person lessons on Thursday, February 19. The mayor of the capital, Ion Ceban, confirmed that this decision is based on an analysis of the current situation.

“Green House” cuts beneficiaries’ bills; CNED will launch a new call for applications

The first beneficiary families in the government program "Green House" have completed energy-efficiency improvements to their homes. Thanks to these investments, households have significantly reduced their energy consumption from the grid and lowered their monthly bills.