Broadcaster’s equipment destroyed
On April 8, 2012, unknown perpetrators entered the headquarters of Elita TV in Rezina and deliberately damaged or stole technical equipment.
IPI condemns excessive fines imposed on daily
“Ziarul de Garda” is facing a 30,000 Euro fine in connection with a story on two district prosecutors allegedly involved in corruption.
Transport minister files lawsuit against two media outlets
“Unimedia” and “Timpul de dimineata” are being sued in connection with a report on a conflict between the Ministry of Transport and an airline company.
Police arrest two suspects in “fake newspaper” case
The police have identified a network of communication specialists, translators and printers who produced and distributed fake newspapers, reportedly, to manipulate public opinion ahead of local elections.
Journalist pardoned in Transdniester region
Ernest Vardanian had served more than a year of jail time since the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic arrested him on treason charges in April 2010; he was accused of allegedly spying for Moldova proper.
Journalist sentenced to 15 years for espionage in Transdniester region
In a closed hearing, the Supreme Court of the unrecognised separatist Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic convicted Ernest Vardanian of high treason and ordered him to a penal colony.
Media organisations express concern over broadcasting council’s decision on election ads
The Broadcasting Coordinating Council issued a public warning to Moldova 1 and Publika TV after they aired educational ads on the day of the constitutional referendum.
TV journalist assaulted by law enforcement officer
The incident occurred in front of the Chisinau Court of Appeal building while reporter Victor Ciobanu was covering a story about a copyright infringement case.
Journalist confesses to espionage amid fears he was coerced
Vardanyan’s lawyer believes that the journalist was forced to confess in exchange for a meeting with his wife.
Send letters to authorities in support of imprisoned journalist Ernest Vardanean
The Independent Journalism Center invites you to write a letter to authorities of the self-proclaimed Prednestrovian Moldavian Republic to express concerns over the imprisonment and persecution of Ernest Vardanean.
Independent journalist held incommunicado in breakaway Transdniester region
Ernest Vardanian was accused of committing treason against the PMR for Moldova; he faces from 12 to 20 years if convicted.
Journalist arrested, charged with treachery
Well-known journalist Ernest Vardanian was arrested in front of his house by secret service agents.
IJC report on the situation of the press in 2009
The Independent Journalism Center has issued its fifth annual report on the situation of the press in Moldova.
Media and human rights NGOs issue statement on threats against newspaper
The “Ziarul de Garda” newspaper received threats after publishing the results of an investigation into alleged corruption at the National Railway Company.
Supreme Court orders disclosure of information requested by IJC
The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by the finance ministry and forced it to provide IJC with information it had requested.
IPI deeply concerned about recent media developments
Media representatives are frequently being prevented by authorities from reporting freely, especially following parliamentary elections in April.