
Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban's Schengen Ban Upheld by Bucharest Court
The Bucharest Court of Appeal rejected a request from Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban to overturn his ban from entering Romania and the Schengen area, upholding the existing interdiction.
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The Bucharest Court of Appeal rejected a request from Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban to overturn his ban from entering Romania and the Schengen area, upholding the existing interdiction.

The Bucharest Court of Appeal has rejected the lawsuit filed by Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban, leader of the National Alternative Movement (MAN), to overturn his entry ban into Romania and the Schengen area, as announced by the Romanian Ministry of Justice.

Residents of a building in central Chisinau fear that years of basement construction work may have compromised its load-bearing structures and foundation, with reports of damaged walls.

In the 'Airport Concession Case' in Moldova, experts are being heard regarding the value of the alleged damage caused to the state, with a recent hearing scheduled for March 6 being canceled.

A police raid on the Sound of Olandeep rave party in Chisinau unexpectedly brought a small underground electronic music community into the center of public discussion.

A kindergarten teacher in Chisinau, Moldova, accused of beating children, has submitted her resignation. Officials condemned any violence against children and stated that the institution's management faces sanctions.

NewsMaker reports on the challenges faced by residents in Moldova's Transnistria region, which is not controlled by official authorities. The article discusses initiatives promoted in Tiraspol and how Chisinau might influence events there, including the whereabouts of fugitive deputies.

A Chisinau city councilor from the MAN party, Marian Bucătaru, was reportedly detained by police on March 5 for driving under the influence, with Mayor Ceban stating they are investigating the situation.

The Chisinau Prosecutor's Office has appealed to the Court of Appeal to challenge the sentence given to Ion Andronachi, an accomplice of former Boldurești mayor Nicanor Ciocîna, who fatally hit a 14-year-old and fled the scene.

A dispute erupted in the Chisinau City Hall between municipal councilors from the 'Action and Solidarity' (PAS) party and city administration representatives, leading councilors to call the police after being denied access to an extraordinary meeting.
Muncești Road in Chișinău has reopened to traffic after repairs, while the city hall announced the temporary closure of another street.

A fire broke out in a dormitory in Chisinau on March 3rd, resulting in the death of a 61-year-old man and the evacuation of 27 people.

Kiev plans to introduce import restrictions on Moldovan grapes, wine, and alcohol, a 'mirror measure' in response to Chisinau's ban on Ukrainian poultry imports.
A network of at least 10 anonymous Facebook pages has been promoting the activities of the Chisinau City Hall since February 2026, praising the authorities' work and creating a perception of a developing city. These pages previously operated for cities in Romania.

This report discusses the problems faced by residents of the Pridnestrovian region, which is not controlled by official authorities, 34 years after the war on the Dniester, and explores initiatives in Tiraspol and Chisinau's potential influence.

Rescuers in Chisinau, Moldova, saved two girls, aged 11 and 12, after they fell through the ice on a lake in "Valea Morilor" park on March 1st.
Traffic is suspended on Nicolae Testemițanu Street in Chisinau for road repairs, despite the street having been renovated in 2020 at a cost of over 12 million lei, with road workers now covering potholes.

A specialized exhibition of cosmetics, perfumery, and equipment for the beauty industry, Happy Beauty Days, is taking place in Chisinau.

Moldovan police are warning citizens about calls circulating on TikTok for anti-government protests on March 25 in Chisinau, stating that any illegal actions will be punished and that the materials promote destabilization scenarios.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban met with representatives of US religious organizations to discuss joint projects, cooperation, and programs for children and youth, including the potential introduction of a 'Day of Prayer' in the Moldovan capital.

A Moldovan news summary covers discussions on Transnistria's reintegration, plans for parking in Chisinau, and revelations from a secret witness regarding Plahotniuc.
A bomb threat was issued at Chisinau International Airport in Moldova, leading to the suspension of check-in procedures and potential flight modifications.

BYD is hosting an event at its Chisinau showroom on February 28th to celebrate Chinese New Year, inviting customers and partners to explore electric vehicles and flexible mobility solutions.

Political representatives from Chisinau and Tiraspol are scheduled to hold a '1+1' format meeting on February 26, following a prolonged pause in negotiations, confirmed by Moldova's Reintegration Bureau.

A section of 31 August 1989 Street in central Chisinau, Moldova, will be transformed into a pedestrian alley with bike paths. Architects plan to preserve the historic cobblestones and delineate zones for pedestrians and alternative transport, with work expected to be completed by year-end.

Residents of the Transnistrian region, not controlled by official authorities, are facing problems including salaries being paid in installments. NewsMaker discusses initiatives in Tiraspol and how Chisinau might influence events there.

Over 80 high school students in Chisinau met with EU Ambassador Ivona Piórko and 'Young European Ambassadors' for an interactive fair and dialogue, promoting the 'More EU in Moldova' initiative.
The National Council of Historical Monuments has twice rejected Chisinau City Hall's project to restore the 'Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt' Public Garden due to the proposed use of granite slabs, leading to a dispute with the Ministry of Culture.
Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban announced that municipal services will begin 'massive' road repair works this week, comparing the city's roads to those in Bucharest.
The Electric Transport Authority (RTEC) announces changes in the public transport schedule in the center of Chisinau today, between 08:00 and 13:00. Chisinau residents and guests of the capital are i

Key news from Moldova includes a potential gas price increase due to war, water supply cuts in Chisinau following oil spills in the Dniester River, and NATO's admiration for Moldova.

In Chisinau, a six-year-old child helped police apprehend his father, who had locked himself in a car after a city chase and threatened self-harm, leading to a psychiatric evaluation for the father.

Moldova is anticipating an administrative-territorial reform, facing slow economic growth and a labor shortage, while also dealing with a significant trade dispute between Chisinau and Kyiv.

Chisinau City Hall has announced a tender for the restoration of the cobblestone section of 31 August Street, with a contract value exceeding 26.2 million lei and an estimated work duration of no more than six months.

This news summary from NewsMaker Moldova covers the appointment of two new Vice-Mayors for Chisinau (Victor Pruteanu and Olesea Pșenițchi), the exclusion of a Hîncești Vice-Chairman from PAS after his wife's tragic death, and rising fuel prices.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban announced his intention to sign a decree appointing Victor Pruteanu and Olesea Pșenițchi as his deputies. This move comes after the previous deputies, Olga Ursu and Angela Cutasevici, decided to continue their work in parliament.

A feminist march was held in Chisinau on March 8, which has been taking place for the twelfth time.

The MEDIACOR center in Chisinau launched the Scenario Career Guidance 2026 program on March 6, aimed at children left without parental care from different regions of the country.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu commented on the energy crisis in Transnistria, stating that Chisinau and its European partners can do little while the Russian army remains in the region.
A 40-year-old woman from Sîngerei district has been arrested in connection with the theft of over one million lei from an apartment in Chisinau.

A 42-year-old man in Chisinau has been sentenced to seven years in prison for defrauding people by taking money for apartment insulation services that were never completed. The prosecutor's office reported that he promised to insulate facades but took advance payments without fulfilling the work.

This report discusses the challenges faced by residents in the Transnistrian region, the initiatives promoted in Tiraspol, and how Chisinau might influence events, including repairs on two power units at MGRS.

Chisinau plans to establish a special 'Convergence Fund' to finance projects in Transnistria, to be replenished partly by VAT and excise duties from Transnistrian businesses, as part of efforts towards reintegration.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Cheban claims that the ruling 'Action and Solidarity' (PAS) party is attempting to remove Codru Mayor Stelian Manica, alleging Manica became 'inconvenient' after leaving the party. PAS has denied the accusations.

Chisinau held solemn events to mark the 34th anniversary of the Transnistria conflict, with President Maia Sandu and other officials laying flowers at the 'Grieving Mother' monument.

The body of a 61-year-old homeless man was discovered in the basement of an apartment building in Chisinau's Rîșcani sector with signs of violent death. Police have detained a suspect in connection with the incident.

A section of Testemitanu Street in Chisinau, from Gheorghe Cașu to Constantin Vîrnav, will be closed for one day on March 1st for asphalt paving, with city authorities advising drivers to avoid the area.

A Moldovan 'Razborka' segment discusses the PAS party, the surrender of Plahotniuc by his own, and Chisinau's move to revoke citizenship from Transnistrian officials.

The former Jolly Alon hotel in Chisinau has officially changed its name to Mimi Hotel following a major renovation that increased its room capacity from 85 to 108, primarily targeting the business segment.

Residents of the Transnistrian region, not controlled by official authorities, face problems as Chisinau revokes tax benefits, raising questions about initiatives in Tiraspol and Moldova's influence on events there.

Chisinau proposes that all Moldovan schools in Transnistria switch to the Romanian language, following a meeting between political representatives of Chisinau and Tiraspol.

Chisinau city authorities plan to allocate over 70 million lei for the construction of four new parking lots at the city's entrances, with the largest designed for 525 vehicles. The project is expected to be implemented in stages starting in 2026.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has revoked the citizenship of nine Transnistrian officials, both former and current, just before a scheduled meeting between Chisinau and Tiraspol representatives, raising questions about Chisinau's strategy and Tiraspol's potential response.
Hassan Toper, a Turkish citizen accused of complicity in the intentional murder of Eren Izzet in Chisinau, lost consciousness during a court session at the Center Court of Appeal.

Moving and packing services are in high demand across Chisinau and Moldova, catering to both private relocations and commercial logistics, from loading trucks to furniture delivery.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Cheban commented on statements by Socialist Party leader Igor Dodon, who accused him of arrogance for not mentioning him by name in a post about their meeting, stating he avoided no one and saw nothing wrong.

The National Alternative Movement (MAN) party, led by Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban, has called for a nationwide referendum in Moldova on the government's proposed administrative-territorial reform.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban denied offering new positions to municipal councilors in exchange for their votes on the 2026 budget project, stating that some councilors themselves requested such arrangements.

Police and prosecutors conducted searches in a Chisinau home, seizing packages of substances resembling cocaine and mephedrone, and arresting five individuals.

The Party of Socialists of Moldova (PSRM) is reportedly negotiating with Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban for potential positions in the municipal administration in exchange for supporting the capital's 2026 budget.
The Bucharest Court of Appeal rejected another request from Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban in his legal dispute with Romanian authorities, where he seeks to overturn a Schengen travel ban imposed on him.

The mayors of Chisinau and Balti, Moldova's largest cities, have appealed to the government regarding a 'fuel crisis,' urging urgent measures amidst rising gasoline and diesel prices.

The Party of Socialists (PSRM) in Moldova intends to hold a Victory March in Chisinau on May 9th, as announced by deputy Vlad Batrîncea, to honor heroes and prevent historical falsification.

NewsMaker reports on the problems faced by residents of the Transnistrian region, which is not controlled by official authorities, and the initiatives promoted in Tiraspol, while the US monitors the situation.

The Russian Embassy in Chisinau commented on statements by Moldovan politicians regarding the anniversary of the 1992 Pridnestrovian conflict, expressing hope that past lessons have been learned and reaffirming Russia's commitment to internationally recognized principles.

Chisinau plans to create a Convergence Fund to finance projects in Transnistria, aiming to bridge the Dniester banks not only politically but also financially, with Transnistrian businesses expected to contribute.
The first excursion within the Decade of "Memory and Gratitude" was organized on Saturday, March 7, in Chisinau, and started from in front of the Railway Station, announces the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC).

A kindergarten teacher in Chisinau is accused of beating children, prompting an internal investigation by the General Directorate of Education, Youth and Sports and a review by the Ministry of Education's Ethics Council.

Moldova's Foreign Ministry reported that no Moldovan citizens were among the dead or injured in the Middle East conflict, and 82 people were evacuated from Dubai to Chisinau, with two more from Israel.

Chisinau prosecutors announced that a 39-year-old man suspected of murder in the Râșcani sector, who resisted arrest, has been placed under pre-trial detention for 30 days.
Road traffic on Meșterul Manole street in Chisinau will be fully suspended from March 5-7, 2026, between 08:00 and 21:00, for asphalt restoration works.

Ukraine is reportedly planning to introduce licensing for imports of grapes, wine, and spirits from Moldova in response to Chisinau's ban on Ukrainian poultry imports, according to Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Economy.

Four individuals were detained in Chisinau, Moldova, on March 3 on corruption charges, suspected of receiving €40,000 to help a convicted person avoid prison, according to the National Anti-Corruption Center.

A fire erupted in a cabinet at the Ministry of Health building in Chisinau, Moldova, on March 3rd, caused by a computer. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, and no one was injured.

Chisinau International Airport is implementing a new digital platform for passengers, airlines, and partners, integrating features like MPass authorization, Fast Track, online booking for parking and business lounges, and a CRM system. The project is allocated approximately 4.3 million lei for its realization.

A 49-year-old man was found dead in an apartment in Chisinau's Botanica district overnight, with preliminary information suggesting murder. Police have detained a suspect in connection with the incident.

What problems do residents of the Transnistrian region, which is not controlled by official authorities, face?

Vitaly Ignatiev, head of the foreign policy department of the unrecognized Transnistrian Moldovan Republic, commented on Chisinau's decision to revoke Moldovan citizenship from current and former officials of the region, viewing it as pressure on Transnistria.
Rehabilitation work on 31 August 1989 street in Chisinau, Moldova, specifically the segment between Alexandr Pușkin and Bănulescu Bodoni streets, is projected to be completed by the end of 2026.

Moldovan police reported two fatal road accidents on February 26, resulting in two deaths: a pedestrian was hit by a truck in Chisinau, and a local resident was struck by a train in Balti.

Chisinau Airport was evacuated and passenger registration temporarily suspended on February 28 due to a bomb threat, causing potential flight delays.

Chisinau plans to implement park-and-ride facilities starting in 2026 to encourage commuters to switch to public transport and alleviate city traffic congestion, as announced by Mayor Ion Ceban.

Former Romanian presidential candidate and AUR party leader George Simion has challenged the decision of the Chisinau Court of Appeal in his case against former Moldovan Defense Minister Anatol Șalaru, with the case now transferred to the Supreme Court of Justice.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban's National Alternative Movement (MAN) party staged a protest in the Moldovan capital, bringing bags of manure to the government building to demand a review of energy tariffs.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban announced the start of large-scale road repairs in the capital, asking for public understanding as crews begin fixing potholes and cracks that appeared over the winter.

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban declined to answer questions about whether he would testify in the 'kulyok case,' which involves his former party colleague Igor Dodon, stating that lawyers would handle the matter.

Despite some political prisoners being released in Transnistria as part of negotiations with Chisinau, former official Gennady Kuzmichev remains imprisoned despite his severe health condition.
Three individuals suspected of acting as couriers were arrested in a Chisinau hotel as part of a drug trafficking investigation on February 23.

Police conducted multiple raids in Chisinau establishments following reports of drug use, leading to the discovery of narcotics, three arrests, and the initiation of criminal cases.