Digital resilience: EGA enhances EVO ecosystem with centralized emergency and social protection services

The Electronic Governance Agency (EGA) has enhanced Moldova’s flagship digital ecosystem, EVO, by centralizing all emergency and crisis assistance hotlines. Starting February 26, users can access vital services directly through a dedicated "Emergency Numbers" interface within the portal.

Hybrid warfare in Chisinau: the anatomy of a failed FSB soft power operation

Moldovan citizens Alexandr Ciuprin and Ludmila Corsun, both holding Russian passports, have been identified as key assets in a Kremlin-backed influence operation. An investigation by Deschide.MD reveals the duo operated under the direct coordination of Vladimir Sukhinin, an officer of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB).

Tax crackdown: Beauty salons in Moldova face year-long compliance audits

The Moldova State Tax Service (SFS) is launching an extensive monitoring campaign targeting the beauty industry to combat tax evasion. The operation focuses on hair salons and cosmetology clinics, identifying a significant trend of revenue under-reporting across the sector.

Strategic delay: White House intertwines Lukoil asset liquidation with diplomatic roadmap

The United States has opted to decelerate the sale of Lukoil’s international assets, aiming to amplify pressure on Moscow during ongoing peace negotiations regarding the Ukraine conflict.

Energocom achieves operational autonomy with launch of Chisinau strategic customer relations center

Energocom, Moldova's state-owned energy supplier, will launch its first dedicated customer relations center in Chisinau on March 2, 2026. This move officially ends the company's reliance on Moldovagaz’s infrastructure for consumer services.

Fatal gas blast hits Shchuchinsk cafe near residential complex

Six people have died and approximately 20 others were injured following a gas explosion at a cafe in Kazakhstan. The regional emergency situations department reported the incident on February 26, according to official statements.

Moldovan villages to compete for €30,000 EU grants in historic NEB Boost debut

The Republic of Moldova is now eligible to participate in the "NEB Boost" program, a landmark initiative launched by the European Commission. The scheme identifies and funds innovative projects that transform local communities into aesthetic, sustainable, and inclusive spaces.

Trilateral peace breakthrough: Zelenskyy eyes March meeting in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans for a high-level trilateral summit involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates in early March.

Governance failure: officials pocket public funds for partisan gatherings without quorum

Chisinau municipal councilors are under fire for receiving allowances of approximately €150 (approx. 3,000 MDL) for sessions that never officially took place. Despite failing to pass a municipal budget for nearly two years, officials continue to collect payments for failed attempts to convene.

Open war: Pakistan hits Afghan capital in major military escalation

Pakistan launched extensive airstrikes and ground assaults against Taliban government targets in major Afghan cities overnight on Friday, February 27, marking a drastic escalation in regional tensions.

New contract signed to finalize first national theatre built since independence

Moldova’s Minister of Culture, Cristian Jardan, has officially signed the final construction contract to complete the Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu Theatre in Cahul. The project marks a historic milestone as the first dedicated theatre building constructed in the country since it gained independence.

From Soviet nostalgia to hybrid war: Irina Nechit’s "Melania’s Advice" hits the shelves

Renowned poet and journalist Irina Nechit has marked a career milestone with the launch of her latest drama collection, Melania’s Advice (Sfaturile Melaniei). The event took place at the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Chisinau.