Moldova

High-voltage line linking Romania, Moldova to be named after Trump

The "Trump Liberty Line" is backed by a $130 million US government investment and aims to strengthen the two nations' energy security and independence.

|ByREUTERS
Wind turbines amd electric-line systems are pictured near Saraiu village, Romania on August 12, 2026.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky arriving to the US.

Zelensky says Russia twice targeted his plane over Moldova in what he calls an intimidation attempt

"In Moldova, my presidential jet was there, and that's why they attacked Moldova," Zelenskyy said. "When we went back home, again through Chisinau, they did the same." 

|ByCORINNE BAUM, REUTERS
Moldova's national flag is seen in central Chisinau, Moldova

Moldova's foreign ministry condemns violation of airspace, explosion of aerial object

"This incident constitutes a serious violation of the sovereignty of the Republic of Moldova and poses a direct risk to the safety of our citizens," the ministry stated.

|ByREUTERS
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod, Chief Rabbi of the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova hires first chief rabbi in 12 years, new chapter for revived Jewish community - interview

Chabad played an instrumental in Moldova since the outbreak of war in Ukraine in 2022, providing support for refugees, coordinating travel and in general providing a base for those in need.

|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Israeli oligarch allegedly represents Putin’s interests in Moldova ahead of election

Moldova, a small country of under three million people between Ukraine and Romania, has been a focal point for Russian efforts to maintain influence in Eastern Europe.

OCTOBER 19, 2024ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Supporters of the "Shor" party gather to protest outside the Constitutional Court of Moldova as it rules on the opposition party's consitutionality, in Chisinau on June 19, 2023.

Germany says Moldova could be next in line if Ukraine falls

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasized that supporting Ukraine is crucial for ensuring the stability and survival of neighboring Moldova.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024ByREUTERS
Foreign ministers speak at the Moldova Partnership Platform conference in Chisinau, September 17, 2024

What does Jewish life look like for teens from places where the Jewish community is small?

Many of the teenagers in these diasporic communities have noticed a rise in antisemitism since October 7.

JUNE 14, 2024ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
Jewish teens from more than 40 countries attended BBYO's annual International Convention in Orlando in February 2024.

Fine wines and Jewish stories from Moldova and Argentina

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 82

MAY 27, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Tango in Argentina

Moldovan Holocaust memorial vandalized with 'free Palestine' graffiti

"We will do everything possible to ensure that the facts are investigated and the perpetrators are punished," the community said in a statement.

APRIL 13, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR
Soroca Jewish Cemetery Holocaust memorial vandalized with "free Palestine."

Moldova's Constitutional Court strikes down government ban on opposition candidates

On Tuesday, Moldova's Constitutional Court strikes down a government ban on opposition candidates. making a significant blow to the government.

MARCH 28, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
ILAN SHOR, then-Orhei mayor, in 2019.

Housing Ministry says 10,000 foreign workers to arrive in Israel by June

So far, about 1,200 workers from India have arrived in Israel.

MARCH 17, 2024ByYOSI DAYAN

European Court of Human Rights to review legality of ban on Shor Party

The Moldovan government banned the Shor Party – led at the time by Israeli-Moldovan politician Ilan Shor – from participating in national elections.

MARCH 12, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Marina Tauber, leader of the opposition pro-Russian political party Shor that was banned by the ruling of the Constitutional Court, speaks with journalists after a hearing in Chisinau, Moldova, June 19, 2023.

Moldova: 14% polled 'really don't like' Jews - survey

A significant amount of Moldovans dislike and have negative sentiments toward Jews and believe that they are manipulative and dishonest.

MARCH 4, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR
The state flag of Moldova (L) flies outside the country's embassy in central Moscow, Russia December 18, 2017

Meet the Moldovan olah with a burning love for colors

Anna, a Moldovan olah with an affinity for art, has presented her paintings in solo and group exhibitions in Israel and around the world.

DECEMBER 30, 2023ByJORDANA BENAMI
Anna Aiach