Spotted lanternfly detected in Moldova, threatening crops

Moldovan phytosanitary inspectors have detected the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) for the first time in an industrial area of Chisinau. The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) immediately launched emergency containment and eradication protocols to eliminate the quarantine pest.

Moldova convenes urgent session to fast-track critical EU legislation

The Moldovan Parliament convened an extraordinary session on August 24–25 to address a heavy legislative agenda. Lawmakers are scheduled to examine 37 draft laws, with 23 measures directly tied to the country's European Union accession commitments.

Gas network firms in Moldova raided in €204K tax evasion case

Several natural gas infrastructure companies in Moldova face criminal charges over an alleged €204,000 (approx. 4 million MDL) tax evasion scheme.

PM Tofan urges Turkish energy investment and regional ties

Moldova aims to double bilateral trade with Turkey to $2 billion within the next two years, leveraging annual growth rates of 20 to 25 percent. Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced the target during an interview with the Turkish state-run Anadolu Agency on the sidelines of a private visit to Istanbul.

Federal court strikes down Trump-Rubio 75-nation visa ban

A US federal judge has struck down a Trump administration directive suspending immigrant visas for 75 countries, including the Republic of Moldova. The policy, introduced earlier this year, had been justified by executive officials as a measure to prevent foreign nationals from relying on US public assistance, as reported by Associated Press.

Moldova scales biomass heat as gas tariffs surge by 41%

Moldovan authorities are urging public institutions and households to switch to solid biofuels to mitigate import vulnerabilities and buffer against sudden price shocks.

Bomb threat disrupts Vlad Plahotniuc bank fraud appeal

A bomb alert disrupted proceedings at the Centru Court of Appeal in Chisinau on Monday morning, August 24. The threat occurred shortly before judges were scheduled to begin hearing an appeal filed by Vlad Plahotniuc in the landmark bank fraud case.

Russian drone transits Moldovan airspace in 14-minute incursion

An unidentified drone entered Moldovan airspace early Monday morning, August 24, crossing the country's southern territory during overnight Russian air strikes against neighboring Ukraine.

Czech-backed project ends outdoor toilets at Răciula school

Răciula Gymnasium in Călărași District is set to overhaul its sanitary facilities through a €56,000 (approx. 1.1 million MDL) grant. The project eliminates the need for pupils and teachers to use outdoor pit latrines.

Creator of Chisinau landmark sees his own home crumble

The historic home of Alexandru Plămădeală, one of the most prominent Bessarabian sculptors of the 20th century, has fallen into severe disrepair in central Chișinău.

Zelensky rejects wartime ballot, warning of national divide

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly ruled out holding national elections in the near future, stating that a wartime vote poses severe security risks and would fragment the country.

Russian military runs drills to test draft readiness, WSJ says

The Russian military is conducting exercises to assess its readiness for a potential new mobilization, according to unnamed Western intelligence officials cited by The Wall Street Journal and reported by Rain TV. The Kremlin has not yet made a formal decision to launch a new draft.