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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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Seven Moldovan citizens convicted in Paris for pro-Russian graffiti about Ukraine

The court fined seven individuals for drawing coffins with inscriptions about French soldiers. The accused were acquitted of the charge of demoralizing the French army.

News of the World • April 17, 08:16 PM • 7482 views
The OP spoke about the key stages on the way to launching a Special Tribunal on Russian aggression

An international coalition of 20 states has prepared the legal framework for the creation of the tribunal. The full operation of the court and the pronouncement of sentences are expected as early as 2026.

Politics • April 16, 05:50 PM • 5494 views
Trump administration extended sanctions waiver for Russian Lukoil

The US has allowed Lukoil's network to operate until October 29 despite sanctions against Russia's oil sector. The waiver applies to 2,000 stations and plants in Europe.

Economy • April 15, 09:52 AM • 3752 views
CPD on elections in Hungary: Russia loses information war in Europe despite billions in spending

The head of the CPD, Kovalenko, announced the defeat of Russian propaganda in the Hungarian elections. The opposition Tisza party won a constitutional majority in the country.

Politics • April 12, 08:49 PM • 11123 views
Szijjártó promised Lavrov documents on Ukraine's accession to the EU - media published new "leaks" of audio recordings of conversations

Recordings of conversations between the Hungarian and Russian foreign ministers regarding negotiations in Brussels have been released. Szijjártó informed the Kremlin about the conditions for Ukraine's accession and national minorities.

Politics • April 8, 05:30 PM • 7721 views
Head of a regional boxing federation organized a scheme for departure through booking - OGPPhoto

The head of the federation fictitiously employed draft dodgers at a critical enterprise for $15,000. At least 40 people used the scheme's services.

Society • April 7, 08:47 AM • 6630 views
Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agencyPhoto

Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agency.

Business News • April 3, 10:51 AM • 14779 views
Russian Federation's 'Shahed' UAV again violated Moldova's airspace from Ukraine

The Russian drone entered Moldova on the morning of April 3 from the Odesa region and returned to Ukraine two minutes later. Surveillance systems are monitoring the situation.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 09:49 AM • 6986 views
Moldova recommended not to consume fish from the Dniester after the river pollution

Moldova's Minister of Environment warned about the risk of fish contamination after the attack on the Dniester HPP. Authorities will conduct laboratory analyses of samples from various sections.

News of the World • April 2, 04:26 PM • 4357 views
Moldovan Parliament definitively voted for the country's withdrawal from the CIS

Moldova denounced the agreement on the creation of the CIS due to Russia's violation of the organization's principles. The country has already terminated about 70 agreements for integration into the EU.

Politics • April 2, 10:58 AM • 4874 views
Transnistria's economy is collapsing due to the cessation of gas transit from Russia - intelligence

The occupied region's exports fell by 60%, and GDP decreased by 18% due to the halt in gas transit. Authorities are delaying salary payments to public sector employees amid a deep crisis.

Economy • April 2, 10:32 AM • 5072 views
Finland searches for another drone near the Russian border - media

Finnish police are conducting a search operation in the difficult terrain of the Parikkala municipality. A drone had previously been found on the ice in this area.

Society • April 2, 10:02 AM • 4287 views
Drone that fell on lake ice in Finland is Ukrainian - media

Finnish border guards confirmed the Ukrainian origin of a drone with a warhead in Parikkala. Due to the discovery near the border with the Russian Federation, people were evacuated.

Society • April 1, 02:57 PM • 5429 views
The EU remains fully focused on supporting Ukraine: an away ministerial meeting of the European Union was held in KyivPhoto

In Kyiv, the foreign ministers of the EU member states discussed Ukraine's accession to the European Union and anti-Russian sanctions. Germany, Britain, and Moldova officially joined the creation of a tribunal against Russia.

Politics • March 31, 11:53 PM • 16014 views
Trilateral meeting postponed, but tomorrow there will be a conversation with US representatives - Zelenskyy

During a meeting with the heads of parliamentary delegations from European countries, Zelenskyy announced a conversation with US representatives.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 07:48 PM • 14409 views
Ukraine's EU membership is an important security guarantee - Zelenskyy at a meeting with heads of delegations of European parliaments

The President met with representatives of European parliaments after the Bucha Summit. Defense cooperation, the return of prisoners, and EU accession were discussed.

Society • March 31, 07:29 PM • 8065 views
From Mexican bread to Finnish pudding - Easter baking in different countries of the worldPhoto

UNN has collected unique gastronomic Easter traditions from various countries. The review includes Italian colomba, Mexican capirotada, and Ukrainian paska.

Society • March 31, 07:42 AM • 84209 views
Russian "Shahed" UAV violated Moldova's airspace during an attack on Ukraine on March 30

The Russian drone crossed Moldova's border from the Odesa region and flew over several cities. Due to the threat, the country's authorities temporarily closed the airspace in the north.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 06:42 AM • 6237 views
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready to cooperate with Bulgaria on blocks for a nuclear power plant

Ukraine is initiating cooperation with Bulgaria in the field of nuclear energy to increase exports. The final decision on the project's implementation rests with the Bulgarian side.

Economy • March 30, 04:49 PM • 4625 views
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"Five years is an optimistic scenario" - expert on Ukraine's path to the EU

Brussels fears the economic burden and political risks from new members. Ukraine's accession is possible by 2030, provided the war ends.

Economy • March 30, 01:48 PM • 64962 views
Rich countries seek to join the EU - Politico found out if Ukraine can be moved down the queue

Iceland and Norway want to join the EU for protection. The bloc prefers wealthy candidates over poorer Eastern countries, where Ukraine is also on the waiting list.

Politics • March 30, 06:43 AM • 28527 views
Russia recruits foreigners for sabotage in Europe through "Wagner" camps - Center for Countering Disinformation

A network for recruiting residents to destabilize countries for money has been exposed in Eastern Europe. "Wagner" instructors teach them how to operate drones and protests.

News of the World • March 27, 09:11 AM • 5134 views
The number of locations where Ukrainians can take the NMT-2026 has been increased in the USA and Europe

Organizers have added locations in Chicago, Brno, and Bratislava for testing. Participants can change their registration location in their personal account until April 7.

Society • March 26, 02:56 PM • 6852 views
Moldova introduces a state of emergency in energy – what is happening in the country

Due to damage to the Isaccea – Vulcănești line, Moldova wants to introduce a state of emergency for 60 days. The authorities warn of possible rolling blackouts.

Economy • March 24, 03:46 PM • 59522 views
Moldovan government supported the introduction of a state of emergency in energy for 60 days

The Moldovan government approved a 60-day state of emergency due to a threat to energy security and power line outages. The reason was Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

Economy • March 24, 01:44 PM • 5161 views
Moldova on the verge of an energy emergency due to power line disconnection after shelling of Ukrainian infrastructure

Prime Minister Munteanu proposes a 60-day state of emergency due to damage to the power line. Drones were found at the accident site, and demining of the territory is underway.

News of the World • March 24, 11:37 AM • 5460 views
Moldova announced its readiness to join the coalition of the willing to support Ukraine

Maia Sandu announced Moldova's intention to join the coalition of the willing. The country plans to assist with demining and training Ukrainian sappers.

Politics • March 23, 10:28 PM • 11065 views
Moldova reported a power line outage due to attacks on the energy system in southern Ukraine

Due to attacks on the Ukrainian energy system, the Isaccea – Vulcănești line was disconnected. Specialists from three operators are conducting technical inspections of the equipment.

Society • March 23, 09:28 PM • 7194 views
New oil slicks on the Dniester and dead birds found in northern Moldova

New oil slicks and dead birds have been found on the Dniester. Experts have installed seven additional filters and are examining the causes of the animals' deaths.

News of the World • March 23, 09:05 PM • 17295 views
Russia stole 2 million tons of Ukrainian grain last year and sold it in Africa, Asia, and Europe - Sybiha

Last year, Russia sold stolen grain in Africa, Asia, and Europe to finance the war. About 40% of the illegally exported products went to Egypt.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 02:25 PM • 4794 views