Commemoration of the SMURD helicopter crash in Cantemir

The General Inspectorate for Emergencies will hold a ceremony on June 2 at the Haragâș Memorial Complex in the Cantemir district. This event is organized to honor the SMURD Iași crew members who lost their lives in the line of duty due to a plane crash that occurred ten years ago.

Moldovan deputies visit European Parliament to boost EU cooperation

A delegation from the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova is visiting the European Parliament from June 1 to June 3. The agenda includes discussions on the country's progress in its European integration process and exploring ways to strengthen cooperation between the two legislative institutions.

Children’s Day: Officials share messages of encouragement

On International Children's Day, celebrated on June 1st, Moldovan officials sent congratulatory messages to children throughout the country. They emphasized the importance of education and the harmonious development of the new generation. Officials encouraged the children to pursue their dreams, explore the world, and make the most of their summer vacation to enhance their knowledge and experiences.

Lithuania’s independence first recognized by Moldova

Lithuania was the first ex-Soviet republic to declare its independence from the Soviet Union on March 11, 1990. At that time, Moldova was not yet an independent state, but it was among the leading republics advocating for greater autonomy from the central authority in Moscow. This process is known as devolution.

Major investment brings regional treatment plant to Nisporeni

More than 11,600 residents of the city of Nisporeni and the commune of Vărzărești will benefit from modern sewage and treatment services. The Regional Development Agency (ADR) Centru has signed a construction contract to establish a regional treatment plant and expand the sewage networks in both localities. This project represents an investment of 63.6 million lei, allocated by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development.

Nisporeni water project benefits nine villages

Nearly nine thousand residents of the Nisporeni district will soon have access to safe drinking water. The Regional Development Agency (ADR) Centru has signed a contract for the construction and modernization of four drinking water pumping stations. The total investment for this project will be 47.36 million lei, funded by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development, along with contributions from local public authorities.

New Bassarabian inventors' Alley unveiled in Costești

A treasure trove of Bassarabian intelligence was gathered in one place. In the village of Costești, Ialoveni district, the “Alley of Bassarabian inventors” was inaugurated. This project is dedicated to the most enlightened minds who have significantly impacted science, medicine, and education worldwide. One hundred remarkable individuals, including world-renowned researchers and elite doctors, are honored along this alley. The event also saw the attendance of several of the scientists recognized in the project, whose achievements have transcended the borders of our country.

Russian strikes trigger ecological crisis on Moldova's Dniester River

Russian missile strikes on Ukraine’s Novodnestrovsk hydroelectric power station in early March triggered a severe environmental crisis on the Dniester River, a vital water artery for neighboring Moldova. The attacks caused massive oil spills that threatened national security, nearly forcing a total shutdown of the centralized water supply in Moldova's capital, Chișinău.

Rome pushes to change global 'volt' unit to honor Alessandro Volta

The Italian government wants to change the official name of the international unit of electrical potential from the "volt" to the "volta." According to Politico, the move aims to honor the Italian electricity pioneer Alessandro Volta, two centuries after his death..

President Sandu honors responders after Russian attack on river infrastructure

Moldova marked Dniester River Day on Sunday, May 31, 2026, shifting the traditional celebration into an urgent call for environmental resilience following recent military disruptions. The commemoration follows a major ecological crisis in March, when Russian airstrikes on Ukraine’s energy grid severely threatened Moldova's primary water source.

Trump reports Iran nuclear pledge despite military escalation

US President Donald Trump announced that Iran has committed to completely halting any nuclear weapons development. The statement marks a pivotal juncture in ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending the war, AFP reports.

Unseeded Sakellaridis upsets Cretu to claim single title victory

Greek tennis player Stefanos Sakellaridis secured a dramatic comeback victory against Romania's Cezar Cretu to claim the singles championship title following a week of high-caliber tournament action.