Moldova

Von der Leyen praises Moldova's 'enormous progress' toward joining EU

The Kremlin is deeply hostile to the prospect of another neighbouring country joining the European Union, claiming Moldova's accession represents a security threat.

31 May 2023

Moldova

Tens of thousands rally in Moldova to demand EU membership

Around 75,000 people rallied in Moldova's capital in support of their country joining the European Union, as it has become the centre of a struggle between Moscow and the West.

21 May 2023

Moldova

EU gives extra €40 million loan to Moldova

The EU has released the money as a part of its Macro-Financial Assistance to mitigate the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

5 May 2023

Romania

Scholz in Bucharest to discuss Moldova's integration in the EU

Romania, Germany and Moldova will discuss security, economy and energy in Bucharest.

3 April 2023

Moldova

In Chisinau, Charles Michel says Moldova has EU's full support

Charles Michel has assured Moldova that it has the European Union's full support on its road to membership of the bloc.

28 March 2023

Europe News

MEPs call on Brussels to boost support for candidate country Moldova

The small country, which borders Ukraine, is struggling with really high inflation and "hybrid warfare" carried out by pro-Russia agents.

16 March 2023

Moldova

Moldova Defence Minister says country threatened by Russian propaganda

Moldova does not currently face “imminent military danger”, but is subject to “hybrid warfare generated by Russia” in a bid to “overthrow state power”, according to its defence minister Anatolie Nosatii.

15 March 2023

Moldova

Thousands in Chisinau protest against Moldova's pro-Western government

Crowds gathered in the streets of Chisinau to protest against Moldova's pro-Western government. Local authorities say demonstrators were coordinated by pro-Russian oligarchs.

12 March 2023

Moldova

Euroviews. Moldova is resisting Moscow's maskirovka. Can the West protect it?

Russia's ability to be resourceful in destabilising actions is not to be underestimated, as it is one of the secret ingredients of the Kremlin's modus operandi, Madalin Necsutu writes.

8 March 2023

Moldova

Moldova: New anti-government protests backed by pro-Russian oligarch

On Tuesday in Chisinau, demonstrations called for government subsidies for winter energy bills.

1 March 2023

Moldova

Facebook used in operation to 'destabilise' Moldova government

Facebook has since removed the ads paid by the exiled oligarch Ilan Shor but experts believe they've managed to have an impact on Moldovan society

28 February 2023

Euronews Witness

Ukrainian refugees in Moldova: Warmly welcomed but dreaming of home

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine one year ago, Moldova has welcomed around 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. Euronews reporter Bryan Carter went to see what life has been like for those fleeing conflict.

24 February 2023

Moldova

Russia accuses Ukraine of 'staging' justification to invade Moldova

According to state-owned media, Russia’s defence ministry has accused Ukraine of planning to invade Moldova’s breakaway Transnistria region after a false-flag operation

23 February 2023

Moldova

Moldovans march for help with cost of living crisis

Thousands of people marched through Moldova's capital on Sunday demanding help with the cost of living crisis. Many were supporters of a party backed by an oligarch who has been sanctioned by the UK for pro-Russian activities.

20 February 2023

Moldova

How long can Moldova stay neutral when fighting takes place next door?

Moldova’s constitution forces it to remain neutral or use its military forces, but how long can the status quo last as fighting rages on next door in Ukraine?

17 February 2023

World News

Moldova swears in new pro-Western government

Moldova’s cabinet will remain largely unchanged under Prime Minister Dorin Recean, with the foreign affairs, interior, and defence ministers retaining their posts.

17 February 2023

Moldova

Moldova names new pro-EU prime minister after government collapses

The government’s collapse comes just days after Gavrilita met with European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels in order to discuss Moldova’s EU membership.

10 February 2023

Europe News

Moldova targeted by Russian 'hybrid war': Prime Minister

The EU Commission proposed €145 million in new funding last week to support the country's economy and energy security.

7 February 2023

Moldova

Euroviews. Moldova's brave resistance to Moscow's bullying is akin to a miracle

Russia has blackmailed the eastern European country of 2.6 million for over three decades. Now, Chișinău's pro-European turn should be greeted with enthusiasm, security expert Claudiu Degeratu argues.

6 February 2023

Europe News

Moldova's President Maia Sandu wants to join European Union by 2030

The EU accepted Moldova and Ukraine as membership candidates in June.

30 December 2022