Russia has provided a justification for a recent attack near Moldova's border, which Chisinau has labeled as "cynical and unacceptable." Reports also suggest a drone that crashed in Riscani, Moldova, might have been targeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's plane. Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied Russian claims of arms transit through the country.

TV8: Russia Attacks Near Moldova Border: Putin's Alleged Plan

Reports indicate an increase in Russian attacks near Moldova's border, with analysis suggesting a potential plan by Vladimir Putin's army. The situation includes border area concerns and mentions of a drone incident.

TV8: Russia Justifies Border Attack on Moldova; Chisinau Calls it Cynical

Russia has provided justification for its attack near Moldova's border, a move that Chisinau has condemned as "cynical and unacceptable."

TV8: Drone Crash in Riscani Potentially Targeted Zelensky's Plane

A drone that crashed in Riscani, Moldova, is suspected to have been tracking Ukrainian President Zelensky's aircraft, narrowly missing a "near hit".

NewsMaker: 'No Weapons Transported Through Moldova to Ukraine': MFA Responds to Russian…

Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs denies Russian accusations of arms transit through the country, following a recent border incident.

Moldova is actively preparing for the upcoming winter season by implementing a comprehensive plan of 52 measures to address potential energy crises. Simultaneously, farmers are threatening widespread protests in an effort to prevent a proposed increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) to 12%.

TV8: Moldova Prepares Winter Shield: 52 Measures for Energy Crisis

Moldova is implementing a comprehensive plan with 52 measures to prepare for potential energy crises during the winter season.

TV8: Farmers Threaten Protests Over Potential VAT Increase

Farmers are threatening large-scale protests, urging Parliament to prevent a VAT increase to 12%.

NewsMaker: Moldova Prepares for Winter, Farmers Threaten Protests; Drones Attack Moldovan…

This "NM Espresso" daily brief covers Russia's alleged attack on a border checkpoint between Ukraine and Moldova, Dodon's hasty selection of a candidate for Bashkan, and promises of economic relief for businesses.

A criminal case from 2014 concerning the bribery of Moldovan Parliament deputies, involving Vitalie Burlacu and Irina Baglai, has been pending at the Court of Appeal for nearly five years and in court for over 12 years without a final resolution. Separately, a driving instructor was arrested for allegedly taking a bribe to facilitate passing a driving exam.

Ziarul de Gardă: Deputies Corruption Case, Opened in 2014, at Court of Appeal for 5 Years…

A criminal case concerning the bribery of Moldovan Parliament deputies in 2014, involving former policeman Vitalie Burlacu and Irina Baglai, has been pending at the Center Court of Appeal for nearly five years and in court for over 12 years without a final resolution. Explanations from the court…

TV8: Driving Instructor Arrested for Bribery

A driving instructor has been apprehended for allegedly taking a bribe of 900 euros to facilitate passing the driving exam.

Moldova is planning significant reorganizations within its public sector, with hospitals across the country set to undergo restructuring, accompanied by new regulations for the allocation of young medical professionals. Additionally, the national railway company will be reorganized into two separate entities starting in 2027.

TV8: Moldovan Hospitals to Be Reorganized; New Rules for Young Doctors

Hospitals in Moldova are set to undergo reorganization, with new regulations being introduced for the allocation of young medical professionals.

TV8: Moldovan Railways to Be Reorganized into Two Separate Companies

The national railway company of Moldova is slated for reorganization, with operations to be divided between two separate companies starting in 2027.

Moldovan citizens are increasingly falling victim to scams, with reports indicating substantial financial losses incurred during the first eight months of 2026.

TV8: Scammers Target Moldovans: Significant Financial Losses Reported

Scammers are increasingly victimizing Moldovan citizens, with substantial financial losses reported in the first eight months of 2026.