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In Transnistria about 72 thousand houses were left without gas

An energy crisis emerged in Transnistria after the termination of Russian gas supplies via Ukraine. Seventy-two thousand houses were left without gas supply, and 1,500 high-rise buildings lost heating and hot water.

News of the World • January 4, 09:17 AM • 27921 views

How to conserve electricity in the coming cold snap: some tips from experts

A cold snap is expected in Ukraine, which will lead to an increase in energy consumption. Energy experts have provided 7 practical tips on how to use electricity economically to avoid a shortage.

Society • January 3, 06:46 PM • 29205 views

Electricity blackouts will begin in Transnistria

On January 3, Transnistria will introduce hour-long power cuts due to excessive consumption. The restrictions will affect Tiraspol, Ribnita, Bender and other settlements from 18:00 to 22:00.

News of the World • January 3, 03:35 PM • 23212 views

Heat and electricity tariffs to rise sharply in Moldova

The National Agency of Moldova has approved new utility tariffs. The cost of heat will increase to 2,510 lei per gigacalorie, and electricity will rise by 65-75%.

News of the World • January 3, 12:37 PM • 23449 views

More than 10 Moldovan settlements left without gas: what is known

“Tiraspoltransgaz” stopped supplying gas to a number of settlements controlled by Chisinau. Residential houses, boiler houses, schools, hospitals and state institutions were left without gas supply.

News of the World • January 2, 02:45 PM • 27170 views

Ukraine will help Moldova with electricity: details of the new agreement with Energocom

State-owned Energocom has purchased electricity from Ukraine to cover the deficit as of January 2. Additionally, an agreement was signed with Energoatom to supply energy at night.

News of the World • January 1, 10:16 PM • 52585 views

Moldova can almost double electricity imports from the EU

Moldova was granted the right to increase its electricity import quota from the EU from 315 MW to 600 MW. This is possible provided that the electricity is not used by other importers.

News of the World • January 1, 07:41 PM • 29951 views

Energy crisis in Moldova: what is known

After the termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, Transnistria was left without supplies and Moldova switched to alternative energy sources. The Right Bank receives 52% of its electricity from Romania and 45% from local sources.

Economy • January 1, 05:41 PM • 54672 views

Moldavian TPP halted electricity supplies and switched to coal

The Moldovan TPP in Transnistria has stopped supplying electricity to the right bank of the Dniester and switched to coal fuel. Stocks of Donetsk coal will be sufficient for 50 days to meet the humanitarian needs of the region.

News of the World • January 1, 04:42 PM • 29842 views

Ukraine stops transit of Russian gas: Europe's reaction

On January 1, 2025, Ukraine stopped the transit of Russian gas through its territory. The EU declares its readiness for change, although the reaction of member states is mixed, ranging from support to concern.

Economy • January 1, 02:05 PM • 164565 views

Moldovan President's dog, nicknamed Codrutz, got lost on New Year's Eve, frightened by fireworks

The dog of Moldovan President Maia Sandu, nicknamed Codrutz, escaped from the administration because of loud fireworks on New Year's Eve. The animal was found on the streets of Chisinau and returned home.

News of the World • January 1, 01:17 PM • 25529 views

Up to 2 euros per kilogram: why tangerines in Europe are breaking price records

Wholesale prices for tangerines in Europe have reached record levels, approaching €2 per kilogram. The reason was a poor harvest in Turkey and weather disasters in the EU in 2024.

Economy • December 31, 03:01 PM • 25717 views

Russia cuts gas supplies to Europe via Ukraine on last day before deal expires - Reuters

Russia stops supplying gas through Ukraine after the transit agreement expires on January 1. Europe has found alternative sources, but the loss of Russian gas has affected the EU economy.

Economy • December 31, 02:29 PM • 21727 views

Bulgaria is ready to provide gas support to Moldova in case of interruption of supplies from Russia

Bulgaria offers Moldova access to LNG and assistance through Bulgargaz in the event that Russian gas supplies are cut off on January 1. The countries have already signed a document on crisis response.

News of the World • December 31, 07:56 AM • 21959 views

Transnistria cuts off gas to state institutions as transit through Ukraine ends

The separatist authorities of Transnistria have cut off gas supplies to 12 state institutions due to the upcoming cessation of transit from Russia. “Gazprom plans to stop gas exports to Moldova on January 1 due to debts.

News of the World • December 30, 10:57 AM • 20854 views

Moldova uncovers channel for illegal migration of men from Ukraine

Moldova has uncovered a channel for illegal migration of Ukrainian men through the Transnistrian section of the border. A 23-year-old Moldovan who helped smuggle Ukrainians to the EU was detained.

Society • December 29, 11:50 PM • 23253 views

Moldova's Prime Minister says the country does not recognize any debt to Gazprom

Moldova's prime minister has declared that he does not recognize the debt to Gazprom, which plans to cut off gas supplies in 2025. The country has diversified its gas sources and is considering applying to international arbitration.

News of the World • December 29, 08:34 AM • 22453 views

“russia uses energy as a political weapon": moldova's prime minister on the complete cessation of gas supplies from russia in 2025

“Gazprom has announced that it will stop supplying gas to Moldova from January 1, 2025, due to alleged debts. Prime Minister Dorin Recean said the country was ready for this and had alternative sources of supply.

News of the World • December 28, 04:37 PM • 22531 views

“Gazprom announces complete cessation of gas supplies to Moldova from 2025

“Gazprom will stop supplying gas to Moldova on January 1, 2025, due to non-payment of debts. This could lead to an energy crisis in the country and force it to buy electricity at higher prices.

News of the World • December 28, 03:01 PM • 21268 views

Moldova names russia as the main threat in its defense strategy for the next decade

The Moldovan parliament has adopted the National Defense Strategy for 2024-2034, which recognizes Russia as the main threat. The document envisages an increase in defense spending and integration into EU military structures.

War • December 27, 01:47 AM • 23678 views

Ukraine has completed two new steps of the Ukraine Facility plan: what has changed

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved strategies for reforming psychoneurological institutions until 2034 and developing border infrastructure until 2030. Both documents are part of the Ukraine Facility Plan.

Politics • December 26, 08:39 AM • 15281 views

Passenger traffic at the border decreased significantly on Christmas - border guards

On Christmas Day, 68,000 people crossed the border on December 25, which is significantly less than in previous days. Border guards note the highest passenger traffic dynamics during martial law during the New Year holidays.

Society • December 26, 08:33 AM • 13963 views

Over the past few months, border guards have been recording a decrease in the number of attempts to illegally cross the border - Demchenko

The SBGS reports a decrease in attempts to illegally cross the border from August to December 2023. Most violations are recorded on the border with Romania and Moldova, and the least - with Poland.

Society • December 26, 08:01 AM • 15460 views

Moldova is verifying information about two Russian Federation missiles that violated its airspace

The Border Police of Moldova reported a possible violation of airspace by two Russian missiles on December 25. The Ministry of Defense of the country denies the violation, stating that the monitoring system did not detect any missiles.

News of the World • December 25, 12:28 PM • 15418 views

Siberia: Christmas terror is Putin's response to the proposal for a “truce” for the holidays

Russia's massive attack on Ukraine is a response to proposals for a “Christmas truce,” Minister Sibiga said. According to him, the Russian missile also violated the airspace of Moldova and Romania.

War • December 25, 09:50 AM • 18819 views

Bucharest comments on Russian missile flight: crossing of Romanian airspace was not confirmed

Romania's Defense Ministry denies that a Russian missile crossed its airspace on December 25. NATO surveillance systems did not detect any border violations, and an investigation is underway.

War • December 25, 09:33 AM • 21853 views

Moldova confirms airspace violation by Russian missile on Christmas Day

Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced that a Russian missile violated her country's airspace during the Christmas holidays. The missile flew in the direction of Chernivtsi, and Poland activated its air force in response to the massive attack.

War • December 25, 09:19 AM • 19522 views

Maia Sandu takes oath for second presidential term in Moldova

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has officially taken office for the next four years. At the ceremony, she noted the difficult times for the country due to regional crises and war near the borders.

Society • December 24, 11:42 AM • 11997 views

Everton defender Vitaliy Mykolenko to become a father

Vitaliy Mykolenko, a footballer for the Ukrainian national team and Everton, and his wife Victoria are expecting their first child. The player recently suffered a foot injury before the Euros and missed the match against Romania.

Sports • December 24, 10:20 AM • 15107 views

Moldova is allowed to import electricity from the EU under Ukraine's quotas: what is known

Moldova will be able to use the unused part of the 2,100 MW quota for electricity imports from the EU shared with Ukraine. The country plans to import 400 MW through Romanian power lines to cover the deficit on the Right Bank.

Economy • December 24, 09:23 AM • 35581 views

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

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The Supreme Court has put an end to the case of Yuriy Hrymchak, the former Deputy Minister for Temporarily Occupied Territories

European leaders will not arrive in Kyiv on May 9 - Politico

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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