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Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has assessed his first 100 days in office, identifying public support as the government's main outstanding issue. The administration is reportedly preparing labor code amendments and staff reductions to address concerns over national bankruptcy and the country's financial stability.

The opposition has responded to the government's performance with threats of a no-confidence vote. Former President Igor Dodon and the Party of Socialists have demanded the Prime Minister report to Parliament. Meanwhile, a new fraud scheme has emerged involving individuals who impersonated State Security Service employees to trick victims out of millions of euros.

A 'Gerbera' drone discovered in a forest near Gordinești was confirmed to be carrying no explosives. The government is also discussing potential visa requirements for Russian, Belarusian, and Chinese citizens to align with EU policies. Additionally, the independent outlet Agora announced it will move exclusively to social media platforms starting in May 2026.

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Bomb Threat at Chisinau Mayor's Office

Chisinau's mayor's office received a bomb threat on the third anniversary of the current administration's work, leading to a police investigation. Mayor Ion Ceban had been scheduled to present a report on his three years in office.

Tofan Government Under Scrutiny Amid No-Confidence Threat and Financial Concerns

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has reviewed his government's first 100 days, acknowledging that supporting the population remains a key challenge, and his administration is reportedly planning staff cuts and labor code amendments due to potential financial instability. Former President Igor Dodon and the Party of Socialists have threatened a no-confidence vote if Prime Minister Tofan does not report to Parliament.

New Fraud Cases Involving SIS Impersonation

Moldova has seen new instances of fraud where individuals impersonated State Security Service (SIS) employees, deceiving victims into transferring millions of euros.

Ziarul de Gardă New Fraud Cases: Posing as SIS Employees, They Tricked Victims Out of Millions… ↗

Agora Media Outlet Shifts to Social Media-Only Model

After 12 years of independent journalism, Agora, through its publisher Interact Media SRL, will exclusively publish content on its social media accounts and Laziar starting May 14, 2026.

Agora Agora Shifts to Social Media-Only Presence from May 14 ↗

Moldova Considers Introducing Visas for Russians, Belarusians, and Chinese

Moldova is discussing the potential adoption of EU visa policies, which could lead to the introduction of visa requirements for citizens from Russia, Belarus, and China, as the country continues its path towards European integration.

Drone Discovered in Rezina District

A 'Gerbera' type drone was found in a forest near Gordinești, Rezina district, and authorities confirmed it was not carrying explosives.

Traffic Disrupted by Trolleybus Accident

Traffic on Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard was significantly disrupted following an accident involving a trolleybus.

IPN Traffic disrupted on Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard due to trolleybus accident ↗

Young Man Intends to Leave Moldova After Beating Incident

A young man who was reportedly beaten and humiliated near UTM has expressed a desire to leave Moldova, according to his lawyer.

TV8 'He just wants peace': Young man beaten and humiliated near UTM intends to… ↗

Transnistrian Leader Faces Travel Ban After Moscow Visit

Vadim Krasnoselsky, the president of Transnistria, will be barred from leaving Moldova for five years upon his return from Moscow, where he received Russia's Order of Honour. Moldova's Bureau for Reintegration Policies condemned the visit as a 'provocation by Russia aimed at undermining Moldova's European integration aspirations.'