U.S. cancels key funding for Moldova, affecting part of $32 million allocated to Internews

The Republic of Moldova has lost part of the financial support amounting to 32 million dollars intended for the Internews organization.

Liubov Babuțchi’s death: forensic investigation reveals cause

The forensic investigation into the death of Liubov Babuțchi, the businesswoman who died in a beauty salon in Chișinău, has been concluded.

EU pledges 1.9 billion euros for Moldova's reforms

The European Union believes in the Republic of Moldova! This message was reiterated by David McAllister, the President of the European Parliament's Committee on Foreign Affairs, who is currently in Chișinău.

Press Review // Transnistria faces steep tariff hikes starting March 1

The press in the Republic of Moldova is focusing on several significant developments. Utility tariffs in the breakaway Transnistrian region are set to rise starting March 1, with authorities in Tiraspol justifying these hikes as a necessary measure due to economic challenges.

Keir Starmer boosts UK defense spending amid European tensions

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a press conference last night, announcing an increase in defense spending to 2.5%, ahead of important discussions he will have with Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday.

Moldova ranks 9th in ECtHR Human Rights violations cases

The Republic of Moldova ranks ninth among the 46 member states of the Council of Europe based on the number of applications awaiting examination at the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), according to the Legal Resources Centre.

Transnistrian region hikes energy tariffs amid crisis

Experts suggest the increase in Transnistrian energy tariffs aims to address a budget deficit of around 200 million euros. This deficit likely arose after the cessation of electricity exports from the Cuciurgan Power Plant to the right bank of the Dniester.

Moldova condemns human rights abuses in Transnistrian region at UN

Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi addressed the UN Human Rights Council, highlighting severe human rights violations in the Transnistrian region, particularly cases of illegal detention and other serious abuses.

Ukraine reconstruction: $524B cost & rising

The World Bank, the European Commission, and the UN have increased their estimated total cost for Ukraine's reconstruction and recovery.

Ukraine's resources: EU vs. US tug-of-war

The European Union has offered Ukraine its own deal on "critical materials," while U.S. President Donald Trump asserts that Washington is close to finalizing an agreement with Kyiv for rights to its vast natural resources, according to Politico.

Transnistria utility costs soar amid gas crisis

As of March 1st, residents of the Transnistrian region will face increased utility costs. Tariffs for natural gas, electricity, heating, and water will rise, according to the self-proclaimed Transnistrian authorities.

Moldova-Ukraine bridge: 2027 opening

Moldovan Ambassador to Ukraine, Valeriu Chiveri, stated on the "La 360 de grade" program that the Cosăuți-Iampoli bridge, which is being built over the Dniester River, is expected to become operational in mid-2027, provided work progresses smoothly, especially regarding bureaucratic hurdles.