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Moldova

Country
The Republic of Moldova is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordering Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. Its capital is Chișinău. The country covers an area of approximately 33,846 square kilometers and, as of 2024 estimates, has a population of about 3.33 million people. Moldova declared independence on August 27, 1991, during the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Since gaining independence, Moldova has chosen a path of democratic governance and market reforms. It holds candidate status for EU membership. Within the state, there are two autonomous entities: Gagauzia and Transnistria.
2003
The country joined the World Trade Organization
2014
Citizens gained the right to visa-free travel to the Schengen Area with biometric passports
2014
An Association Agreement with the European Union was signed
2021
The country's ranking in the Economist Democracy Index improved from "hybrid regimes" to "flawed democracies."
2022
The country was officially granted candidate status for accession to the European Union
2022
The country's energy system was connected to the European continental power grid
2024
Negotiations for accession to the European Union officially began
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Delays at one of the checkpoints on the border with Moldova: what is known

The bridge at the Mohyliv-Podilskyi - Otach checkpoint is undergoing a 10-day repair. There may be traffic restrictions and delays when crossing the border between Ukraine and Moldova.

Society • October 10, 08:36 AM • 8843 views
Energy Ministry: power system is balanced, due to shelling and hostilities there were power outages in 2 regions

Energoatom has completed the repair campaign and prepared all 9 NPP units under its control for the winter. The power system remains balanced, but there were blackouts in two regions due to shelling.

Society • October 10, 07:22 AM • 14389 views
Participants of the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit support the Peace Formula: text of the declaration

The participants of the summit in Croatia reaffirmed their support for the Ukrainian peace formula and called for increased assistance to Ukraine. The declaration condemns Russian aggression and reaffirms Ukraine's territorial integrity.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 05:55 AM • 23418 views
Ukraine evacuates 68 more people from Lebanon: intelligence details the mission

The fourth stage of evacuation from Lebanon: 28 Ukrainians and 40 foreigners from 7 countries were rescued. A total of 302 people have been evacuated since the start of the operation, including 217 Ukrainians and 85 foreigners.

Society • October 9, 03:49 PM • 16188 views
More than 500 settlements are without power supply, restoration of power facilities continues - Ministry of Energy

527 settlements remain without electricity due to hostilities and technical problems. Power engineers have restored power to 16,268 consumers, the power system is balanced and preparations for winter are underway.

Economy • October 9, 07:24 AM • 13696 views
Since August, cases of attempts to illegally cross the border have significantly decreased in Ukraine - SBGS

The SBGS spokesperson reported a significant decrease in illegal border crossing attempts since August. The most active areas are the borders with Romania and Moldova, and the number is expected to decrease further due to weather conditions.

Society • October 8, 01:45 PM • 11386 views
SBU detains Kremlin ideologue of “SVO” Dmitry Chistilin

Law enforcers detained an aide to Putin's former advisor who supported Russia's aggression against Ukraine. Chistilin was involved in promoting the Kremlin's interests abroad and organized interference in elections in Europe.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 10:47 AM • 12945 views
Electricity consumption decreased due to weather changes, and there were power outages in 7 regions due to shelling and hostilities

Electricity consumption in Ukraine decreased by 6. 5%. 546 settlements are without power. Power companies restored power to 2564 consumers.

Society • October 8, 08:42 AM • 14014 views
Resolutions on exclusion of fugitive MPs Odarchenko and Dmytruk from committees registered in the Rada

MPs from the Servant of the People party have registered a draft resolution to exclude Odarchenko and Dmytruk from the VR committees. Both MPs are wanted on suspicion of criminal offenses.

Politics • October 7, 03:26 PM • 14901 views
Electricity consumption is growing, with thousands of consumers left without power due to shelling and bad weather

Ukraine's power system remains balanced, but electricity consumption is growing. Thousands of consumers in several regions have been left without power due to shelling and bad weather.

Society • October 7, 09:38 AM • 16066 views
Ukraine's power system is balanced, 105 settlements in 6 regions are without power due to bad weather - Ministry of Energy

Ukraine's power system remains balanced despite the bad weather and shelling. Due to weather conditions, 105 settlements in 6 regions were cut off from electricity supply, and power companies restored power to more than 12,000 consumers.

Economy • October 6, 10:36 AM • 34355 views
Energy Ministry: Ukraine's power system is balanced, power outages in 6 regions due to shelling and hostilities

Ukraine's power system remains balanced. As of the morning, 528 settlements were without electricity, and power companies restored power to 246,047 consumers.

Society • October 4, 07:58 AM • 52065 views
Moldova blocks Russian websites Yandex, Rutube and Dzen

In Moldova, five websites were blocked on the instructions of the Information and Security Service, including Russian Yandex, Rutube, and Dzen. Two websites of the MD24 Internet TV channel, associated with oligarch Ilan Shor, were also blocked.

News of the World • October 3, 06:11 PM • 18249 views
130 thousand votes for 15 million dollars: Moldova accuses Russia of bribing voters ahead of EU referendum

Moldovan police say that Russia transferred $15 million to 130,000 citizens to vote against joining the EU. The funds were transferred through the network of pro-Russian oligarch Ilan Shor.

News of the World • October 3, 05:09 PM • 17978 views
Switzerland to allocate 1.5 billion Swiss francs for Ukraine's recovery

Switzerland plans to allocate 1. 5 billion francs for reconstruction projects in Ukraine over the next 4 years. Part of the funds will be used for reconstruction programs involving the Swiss private sector.

Economy • October 3, 09:02 AM • 55124 views
Ministry of Energy: lines and substation equipment damaged in Kyiv, Odesa and Ivano-Frankivsk regions due to Russian drone attacks, power system is balanced

Due to enemy attacks, power outages occurred in 8 regions. Lines and substation equipment were damaged, but power engineers are keeping the system balanced and restoring supply.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 08:12 AM • 19682 views
Ukrainians evacuated from Lebanon, who were taken out after the escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, arrive in Kyiv

179 people, including 134 Ukrainians, were evacuated from Lebanon to Ukraine via Poland. The evacuation was organized by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine due to the dangerous situation in Lebanon.

Society • October 2, 01:50 PM • 16341 views
Electricity consumption remains at the same level, 654 settlements without electricity in the morning - Ukrenergo

Russian UAVs attacked power facilities in Sumy region, damaging equipment. Due to the fighting and other reasons, 654 settlements were left without electricity, with consumption in line with seasonal levels.

Society • October 2, 09:59 AM • 55314 views
Ukraine evacuates 179 people from Lebanon, including 134 Ukrainians

The MFA and the GUR successfully evacuated 179 people from Lebanon, including 134 Ukrainians. This is the third evacuation mission, and a total of 234 people have been returned, 189 of whom are Ukrainian citizens.

Politics • October 1, 09:52 PM • 67616 views
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Asylum in the EU in 2024: Germany remains the most popular country, while the number of Ukrainian migrants decreased

The European Asylum Agency (EUAA) recently released data on asylum trends in the European Union for the first half of 2024.

News of the World • October 1, 06:05 AM • 112144 views
Putin unwittingly became the biggest catalyst for EU enlargement - Bloomberg

Croatia's Prime Minister says that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has pushed more countries into the EU. According to him, Putin has inadvertently become the biggest “promoter” of the EU expansion.

Politics • September 30, 11:41 AM • 15589 views
A cannabis plantation worth almost UAH 300 million was discovered on the lands of the state forest fund in Odesa region

Law enforcement officers found a large field of hemp near the border with Moldova. The 7-hectare plot belongs to a state forestry enterprise, and criminal proceedings have been initiated.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 11:16 AM • 12717 views
The situation in the power grid is stable, there were power outages in 3 regions due to shelling and hostilities - the Ministry of Energy.

The Ministry of Energy reports a stable situation in the power system despite enemy attacks. Over the past day, there were power outages in 3 regions, 501 settlements remain without electricity due to hostilities and technical violations.

War in Ukraine • September 27, 07:59 AM • 17564 views
Prosecutor General's Office prepares materials for extradition of fugitive MP Dmytruk

The Office of the Prosecutor General is preparing materials for the extradition of MP Artem Dmytruk, suspected of attacks on a law enforcement officer and a soldier. Dmytruk, who was put on the international wanted list, was detained in London.

Politics • September 26, 02:00 PM • 16750 views
Due to Russian shelling, there were power outages in 11 regions, no blackout schedules are planned

Due to Russian attacks, power outages occurred in 11 regions of Ukraine. No outage schedules are planned, but electricity consumption is increasing. Electricity imports are expected from 5 countries.

Society • September 26, 07:56 AM • 65920 views
It will ensure a just peace: Romania supports Zelenskyy's peace initiative

Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has declared his full support for Zelenskyy's Peace Formula. Romania will continue to provide multidimensional assistance to Ukraine and promote the export of Ukrainian grain.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 06:22 PM • 15416 views
Electricity consumption is growing, today there are no schedules, due to shelling and hostilities there were power outages in 6 regions - energy officials

Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased by 2. 3% compared to the previous day. Due to shelling and hostilities, there were power cuts in 6 regions over the past day, but no scheduled outages are planned.

Society • September 25, 07:58 AM • 94377 views
Zelenskyy: Russia's war against Ukraine will end not because someone is tired, but because the UN Charter will work

The President of Ukraine said that the war with Russia will end because of the UN Charter, not because of fatigue. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to force Russia to peace as the only aggressor.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 08:39 PM • 20211 views
Odesa border guard who promised to take a man to the border with Moldova for $4 thousand was detained

In Odesa region, a border guard was detained who promised to take a man to the border with Moldova for $4,000. The suspect was served a notice of suspicion and a custody was chosen as a measure of restraint.

Crimes and emergencies • September 24, 01:23 PM • 11757 views
There is no schedule of outages, but there were power outages in 7 regions due to shelling and hostilities

The Ministry of Energy informs that no blackout schedules will be applied today. However, due to the shelling, there were power outages in 7 regions overnight, and 536 settlements were without electricity in the morning.

Society • September 24, 08:39 AM • 16488 views