Former prosecutor Victoria Furtună will compete for president

Former anti-corruption prosecutor Victoria Furtună declared that she was an independent candidate for the position of president of the country. The announcement was made in a video spot, filmed in Tiraspol against the background of the monument to the commander of the Russian troops, Alexandr Suvorov.

Victoria Belous, proposed for the position of Minister of Finance

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, submitted on Tuesday the candidacy of Victoria Belous for the position of Minister of Finance. Belous previously held the position of deputy head of the State Fiscal Service (SFS).

Restrictive measures regarding access to the Airport, extended by 30 days

Access restrictions in Chisinau International Airport have been extended for another 30 days, until August 28. This is announced by the airport administration together with the Border Police.

Moldovan peacekeepers started their activity in Kosovo within the KFOR mission

The 21st detachment of the National Army consists of 41 professionals and includes a platoon of 33 soldiers, seven engineers and a staff officer. Moldovan peacekeepers from the 21st contingent of the National Army began their mandate of activity at the KFOR peacekeeping operation in Kosovo.

The price of plane tickets from Chisinau to Paris has doubled

The price of plane tickets to European capitals have increased by 15% since the beginning of the year until now, representatives of some online ticket sales platforms told Teleradio-Moldova. They have become more expensive to Paris, where the Summer Olympics are held, and the flow of passengers is higher.

New head appointed at the State Labor Inspectorate

The government approved the resignation request of Cătălin Țacu from the position of director of the State Labor Inspectorate, starting on July 30. Also, the Cabinet of Ministers appointed Nicolae Vasilenco as deputy director of the State Labor Inspectorate, starting from July 31.

The Republic of Moldova recalls six diplomats

Five ambassadors of the Republic of Moldova and the consul general of our country in the Italian city of Milan were recalled from their positions. The decision was taken during the Government meeting on July 30. The recall decrees are to be submitted to President Maia Sandu.

LIVE // Cabinet of Ministers meets in session

The government meets in session. There are 12 projects on the agenda of the Executive. Thus, the Cabinet of Ministers will examine the draft decision on the approval of the Regulation on the change of land use for high-quality agricultural land.

Switzerland declines to transfer frozen Russian asset revenues to Ukraine

Switzerland will not transfer to Ukraine the frozen Russian asset revenues to Ukraine, as European Union countries do. The decision was confirmed by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, which noted that the EU bloc's procedure is in contradiction with the country's legislation and its international obligations, BBC reports.

White House announces new Ukraine aid package for up to $200 million

The US on Monday announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine worth up to $200 million, which includes air defense equipment and anti-tank weapons, said John Kirby, the White House spokesman for national security, quoted by Reuters.

Israel compares Erdogan to former dictator Saddam Hussein

Foreign Minister Israel Katz responds to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s threat to invade Israel, comparing him to former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, writes The Times of Israel.

Israeli athletes under 24/7 protection in France due to death threats

Israeli athletes attending the Paris Olympics are escorted to and from events by elite tactical units and receive round-the-clock protection throughout the competition, officials say. Israel's internal security service, Shin Bet, is helping to ensure security, Reuters reports.