Latest news in Moldova? September 17th, 2026

Airspace Incursion and Border Disruption: Moldova’s Ministry of Defense reported an airspace violation by a Russian drone near the border village of Tudora during attacks on Ukraine’s Odesa region. The unmanned aerial vehicle entered Moldovan airspace briefly before returning toward Ukraine, prompting a temporary suspension of operations at the nearby Palanca border checkpoint.

Central Bank Rate Hike: The National Bank of Moldova sharply raised its benchmark interest rate by 250 basis points to 9%. The central bank cited rising inflationary pressures, energy market volatility, and elevated global oil prices as key drivers behind the move to its highest borrowing costs since 2023.

Major Infrastructure Financing: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) signed a €344 million loan agreement aimed at upgrading Moldova’s strategic road corridors, strengthening regional connectivity, and modernizing transportation networks.