Stay cool: Moldova issues yellow heat alert for August 22-23

The State Hydrometeorological Service has issued a yellow heat warning for the central and southern regions of the Republic of Moldova, effective from August 22 to 23.

612 projects to enhance infrastructure and services nationwide

The 612 projects selected under the National Program for the European Village, Edition 2024, have been incorporated into the Unique Program Document for 2022-2024.

Government cracks down on unauthorised service uniforms

The production and sale of service uniforms for law enforcement and security institutions outside of public procurement procedures will be penalised. A decision to this effect was approved today by the government.

Farmers demand state of emergency in Moldovan agriculture

The Farmers' Strength Association asserts that the Government's allocation of 100 million lei in aid for farmers is insufficient and maintains that the only viable solution is to declare a state of emergency in agriculture.

MEC advises cancelling outdoor training due to heatwave

In light of meteorological warnings about excessive temperatures, the Moldovan Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) recommends that sports communities cancel outdoor training sessions between 11:00 and 17:00.

Germany’s aid reduction: Scholz’s Chișinău visit and NATO impact

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will arrive today in Chișinău, invited by President Maia Sandu, in a symbolic demonstration of solidarity from the most powerful EU member state towards the Republic of Moldova.

Metropolitan of Moldova denies links to Ilan Șor-funded pilgrimages

Victoria Colesnic reviews the main headlines, including the Metropolitan of Moldova's reaction to pilgrimages funded by fugitive Ilan Șor and the contentious 2018 decision granting a 25-year concession of state train and bus stations to a private company, which was marred by procedural violations and a lack of transparency.

Ukraine launches massive drone attack on Moscow

Ukraine is reported to have launched one of the largest drone attacks on the Russian capital, Moscow, on Wednesday, 21 August, according to the city’s mayor.

Moldova and Sweden sign key defence cooperation agreement

The Republic of Moldova and Sweden have signed a defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening institutional dialogue, including in the areas of training and expertise, according to the relevant ministry.

Moldova’s Railway faces salary crisis amid financial struggles

The government and administration of Moldova's Railway are actively seeking solutions to ensure that CFM employees receive their salaries on time.

Promo-LEX raises concerns over unexpected voter increase

The number of voters has increased by nearly 15,000 compared to the previous presidential election in 2020.

Proletarsk fire: 11 tanks destroyed, state of emergency declared

The fuel depot in Proletarsk, near the city of Rostov in Russia, has been burning for the third consecutive day, following a Ukrainian drone attack on Sunday.