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
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod, Chief Rabbi of the Republic of Moldova.
STATUES OF Lenin front governmental buildings in Tiraspol.

Moldova beyond the crowds: Jewish heritage, wine and Transnistria

Moldova combines Jewish history, cave monasteries, lively markets and celebrated wineries, while Transnistria offers a striking journey into Soviet nostalgia.

|ByMARK GORDON, DAVID ZEV HARRIS
In need to repair - the funeral hall of the Chisinau Jewish cemetry.

Moldova: Wine, Jewish heritage and hidden treasures

Moldova is one of Europe's most delightful surprises, blessed with rolling vineyards, picturesque countryside, welcoming cities, and a fascinating blend of cultures.

|ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
Alexandru Munteanu, Moldova's Prime Minister, attends a meeting with members of the media in Chisinau, Moldova, October 28, 2025.

Moldovan prime minister Munteanu steps down in surprise trigger for government crisis

Munteanu, who has served as prime minister of the European Union candidate nation since November 2025, gave no full explanation for his decision.

|ByREUTERS

Moldova’s Jews feel antisemitism after corrupt Jewish politician flees

Ilan Shor is a Jewish businessman-turned-lawmaker who is believed to have fled to Israel to escape corruption charges.

AUGUST 30, 2019ByCNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA
Moldova's national flag is seen in central Chisinau, Moldova

Moldova embassy move announcement less than meets the eye

Moldova is currently in the grips of a political crisis, with two different blocs claiming to be the authentic representative government.

JUNE 13, 2019ByHERB KEINON
Moldova's national flag is seen in central Chisinau, Moldova

Moldova's Filip government announces transfer of Embassy to Jerusalem

The Filip Government adopted as well the Agreement to sell the land plot for the construction of a new US Embassy compound.

JUNE 12, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Jerusalem Day 2019.

Jewish World: Moldova’s choice

Those hoping for a future with the West see Israel as their ticket.

MARCH 29, 2019ByMICHAEL WILNER
Moldova’s President Igor Dodon and his wife, Galina, walk out of a polling station in Chisinau on February 24

Moldova, new to Holocaust remembrance, institutes a plan

Moldova's Jewish residents largely fled or were deported to their deaths during the Shoah, and its government has only marked Holocaust Remembrance Day since 2016.

JANUARY 31, 2019ByMICHAEL WILNER
Moldova's national flag is seen in central Chisinau, Moldova