Chisinau targets Kremlin's 'soft power' in new EU-aligned sanctions

Moldova has officially aligned itself with a new package of European Union sanctions against the Russian Federation. The move expands the list of individuals facing restrictive measures for attempts to destabilise the region.

Economic experts warn of inflationary domino effect as Moldova's diesel prices approach €1.50

Rising fuel costs in the Republic of Moldova are poised to trigger a broad inflationary domino effect, potentially pushing the annual inflation rate into double digits by the end of 2026.

Ukraine targets US diplomatic reset as Mideast conflict thins resources

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on 19 March that a high-level Ukrainian delegation is travelling to the United States for scheduled talks this Saturday.

Brussels standoff: EU rejects Trump on Iran but fails Ukraine

European Union leaders failed to break a bitter deadlock during a high-stakes spring summit in Brussels. In talks stretching into the early hours of Friday, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban refused to withdraw his veto on a €90 billion financial aid package for Ukraine.

Precious metals tumble 5-10% amid Middle East energy shock

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Thursday, 19 March, as a massive wave of selling hit global markets. Spot gold sank below the $4,600 per ounce threshold—approximately €4,213—amid escalating concerns over the conflict in Iran and rising inflationary pressures.

CNPF advances financial literacy with launch of advanced APR calculation suite

The National Commission for Financial Markets (CNPF) has launched a new online tool allowing consumers to calculate the true cost of credit before signing any contracts. Unveiled during Global Money Week 2026, the APR (Annual Percentage Rate) calculator is now available free of charge on the regulator's official portal.

The Kremlin’s strategic miscalculation: Why Russia’s glacial pace risks global conflict

US intelligence agencies have concluded that Vladimir Putin remains convinced of a Russian military victory in Ukraine, signaling no immediate intention to halt hostilities. According to the Annual Threat Assessment, Moscow believes it can eventually force a peace settlement on its own terms by maintaining battlefield pressure.

From 1945 tools to modern limbs: Moldova’s CREPOR story

For many Moldovans living with amputations, the path to recovery runs through a single specialised facility in Chișinău. The Republican Experimental Centre for Prosthetics, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation (CREPOR) is the only institution in the country providing free prosthetic limbs and orthopaedic footwear to veterans and the disabled.

Moldova documents paid-for demonstration linked to Ilan Shor during high-level European conference

Law enforcement authorities sanctioned several individuals on Thursday, March 19, following a "paid-for" protest organized near the Palace of the Republic. The demonstration coincided with a high-level conference on the European Social Charter, attended by 50 delegations from Council of Europe member states.

IGSU activates emergency protocols as tap water returns to Balti and surrounding regions

Water services have been restored across Northern Moldova as of Thursday, March 19, following a multi-day suspension triggered by hydrocarbon contamination risks in the Dniester River.

War’s toxic wake: Moldova tests resilience amid Dniester spill

A major pollution crisis on the Dniester River has tested Moldova’s emergency response after Russian drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure caused a massive oil spill.

Chisinau prosecutors secure convictions for digital impersonation and cryptocurrency fraud

The Chisinau Municipality Prosecutor's Office has secured convictions against two men involved in distinct fraud schemes. The cases involve logistics theft and a complex "romance scam" that led to the financial ruin of a foreign national.