The head of the capital's mayor's office has accused Mayor Ion Ceban of exerting repeated pressure and highlighted his son's company securing significant state contracts. Concurrently, the ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has announced Finance Minister Victoria Belous as its candidate for the Chișinău mayoral election.

Ziarul de Gardă: Capital's Mayor's Office Head Accuses Mayor of Pressure, Cites Son's Business…

The head of the capital's mayor's office has accused the mayor of repeated pressure to execute his demands, also mentioning pressure on her son whose company has secured state contracts, including with municipal authorities, worth approximately 35 million lei.

NewsMaker: PAS Selects Finance Minister Victoria Belous as Chisinau Mayoral Candidate

The ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has chosen Finance Minister Victoria Belous to be their candidate for the Chisinau mayoral election.

Moldova faces a probable scenario of rising gas and electricity prices, with officials stating a lack of control over the situation. In response, the state has opened the registration period for energy subsidies, offering assistance between 500 and 1000 lei to citizens. Separately, Moldova is set to begin receiving natural gas from the Black Sea, which could impact consumer tariffs.

TV8: Gas and Electricity Price Hikes Likely in Moldova: 'We Don't Have the Button'

The scenario of rising gas and electricity prices is becoming increasingly probable in Moldova, with officials stating they lack control over the situation.

IPN: Enrollment Opens for Energy Subsidies: State Aid Between 500 and 1000 Lei

The registration period for energy subsidies has begun, with state assistance ranging from 500 to 1000 lei.

IPN: Gas Tariff Increase Expected? Junghietu: Cold Autumn Will Increase Price…

Junghietu suggests that a potential increase in gas tariffs is possible if the autumn is cold, leading to greater price pressure.

NewsMaker: Moldova to Receive Gas from Black Sea; Energy Minister Discusses Tariffs

Moldova will begin receiving natural gas from the Black Sea, with the Minister of Energy explaining the potential impact on consumer tariffs.

A 65-year-old Moldovan woman has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in Russia on charges of 'state treason,' prompting an official reaction from the Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

NewsMaker: Moldovan Woman Sentenced to 14 Years in Russia for Treason; Moldova's MFA Reacts

A 65-year-old native of Moldova has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in Russia for 'state treason,' prompting a reaction from the Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

TV8: Moldovan Woman Sentenced to 14 Years in Russia for Treason: Chisinau Reacts

A Moldovan woman has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in Russia for treason, prompting a reaction from Chisinau.

Former President Igor Dodon has formally requested that President Maia Sandu pardon Evghenia Gutsul, suggesting this act could foster reconciliation between Chișinău and Gagauzia.

NewsMaker: Dodon Asks Sandu to Pardon Gutsul: 'A Gesture of Reconciliation'

Igor Dodon has requested that President Maia Sandu pardon Evghenia Gutsul, suggesting it could serve as a gesture of reconciliation between Chisinau and Gagauzia.

Moldova and Ukraine are actively discussing the technical details for implementing joint border control at two specific crossing points within Moldova: Criva-Mămăliga and Mirnoe-Tabaki. This is part of a broader effort for integrated border management amidst wartime conditions.

IPN: Integrated Management of Moldova-Ukraine Border Amidst War

An opinion piece by Rosian Vasiloi addresses the integrated management of the Moldova-Ukraine border under wartime conditions.

IPN: Chisinau and Kyiv Negotiate Joint Control at Two Border Points in Moldova

Moldova and Ukraine are discussing technical aspects of implementing joint border control at the Criva-Mămăliga and Mirnoe-Tabaki crossing points within Moldova.

After 12 years, Agora's publisher, Interact Media SRL, announced that its editorial content will transition to being published exclusively on social media accounts and the Laziar platform, effective May 14, 2026.

Agora: Agora Transitions to Social Media Exclusively on May 14

After 12 years of independent journalism, Agora's publisher, Interact Media SRL, announced that its editorial content will be published exclusively on social media accounts and the Laziar platform, starting May 14, 2026.

A drone was detected near the locality of Țibirica in the Călărași district and subsequently left the airspace of the Republic of Moldova.

IPN: Drone Detected Near Țibirica, Călărași, Leaves Moldovan Airspace

An update states that a drone previously detected near the locality of Țibirica in Călărași district has left the airspace of the Republic of Moldova.

An investigative report highlights the significant challenges and differing regulations faced by Moldovan farmers who operate in the Transnistria region.

NewsMaker: Moldovan Farmers' Lives on the Left Bank Under Foreign Rules

An investigative report explores the lives of Moldovan farmers operating in the Transnistria region, highlighting the challenges they face due to differing regulations.

Over 32% of eligible voters have cast their ballots by 6 PM in localities currently holding new local elections.

IPN: Over 32% of Voters Cast Ballots in New Local Elections by 6 PM

An update reports that over 32% of eligible voters have cast their ballots by 6 PM in localities holding new local elections.