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New Probes Target MFA, Tobacco Lobby; Dodon Trial Resumes

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New investigative reports are highlighting internal conflicts within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, questioning whether they represent a fight against corruption or internal rivalries. Separately, another investigation details the tobacco industry's efforts to influence government decisions and open the market for a prohibited product.

In judicial news, court hearings have resumed in the prominent 'Kuliok' case, potentially signaling an upcoming conclusion to the investigation involving Igor Dodon. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense has refuted claims that Romanian F-16 fighter jets would conduct flyovers in Chisinau for Independence Day.

Other domestic developments include a triathlon event in Chisinau where two participants were rescued from drowning. The Agora media outlet has also formally announced its transition to exclusively publishing content on social media platforms after 12 years of independent journalism.

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MFA Internal Conflicts Under Scrutiny

An investigative report is delving into the internal conflicts within Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, raising questions about whether these are anti-corruption efforts or struggles between internal factions.

NewsMaker Corruption or Clan Struggles? What's Happening at Moldova's MFA? ↗

Tobacco Industry's Influence on Government Investigated

An investigative report reveals how the tobacco industry, specifically Philip Morris International, is reportedly attempting to influence government decisions to open the market for a prohibited product in Moldova.

Ziarul de Gardă Tobacco Industry's Influence on Moldova's Government ↗

Igor Dodon's 'Kuliok' Case Hearings Resume

Court sessions in the high-profile 'Kuliok' case, involving former President Igor Dodon, have restarted, with discussions on the potential conclusion date for the judicial investigation.

TV8 Court hearings in 'Kuliok' case resume; potential end date for Igor Dodon's… ↗

Airspace Security Updates: Drone Incident and F-16 Denial

A drone that violated Moldovan airspace was shot down by a Spanish F-18 fighter jet after entering Romanian territory. Separately, Moldova's Ministry of Defense has dismissed reports claiming Romanian F-16s would fly over Chisinau for Independence Day as fake news.

Agora Media Outlet Transitions to Social Media-Only

After 12 years of independent journalism, Agora, published by Interact Media SRL, has officially transitioned to exclusively publishing content on social media platforms and a new multi-publisher platform called Laziar.

Agora Agora Transitions to Social Media-Only Presence After 12 Years ↗