Nick in Moldova

@Brit_In_Moldova
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Londoner who has moved to Chisinau in Moldova.
Currently a graphic artist by trade.

Mainly commenting on Moldova Matters, and the war in Ukraine.

On Russian nukes.

I simply don't believe that Russia is capable of doing what is needed to keep them usable. The USA spends more than the entire Russian military budget on keeping them operational.

https://apnews.com/article/nuclear-warheads-military-bomb-plutonium-6b86198def4516cebe496c9f5fbfbb75

Some probably still work.
But not many...

Inside the delicate art of maintaining America's aging nuclear weapons

The U.S. will spend more than $750 billion over the next decade to overhaul nearly every part of its nuclear defenses and replace systems that in some cases are more than 50 years old. But until each of those programs is ready, it's up to young military troops and government technicians across the U.S. to care for the existing bombs, often through delicate maintenance performed by hand. The Associated Press was granted rare access inside military nuclear missile bases and government weapons facilities to report on how they are adjusting to meet the increasing workload. There are many missile silos across the Midwest region states.

AP News

VIDEO // Protests in Moldova organized by Shor group

Over 40 people were investigated for participating in a paid protest, hooliganism and disobedience to the legal requirements of the police.

https://www.moldpres.md/eng/society/video-protests-organized-by-shor-group

VIDEO // Protests organized by Shor group

Over 40 people were investigated for participating in a paid protest, hooliganism and disobedienc...

If Stefan the Great was Russian...
https://www.moldpres.md/eng/society/supreme-court-of-justice-delivered-first-verdict-in-russian-laundromat-cases
The Russian Laundromat is the general name of a scheme through which, between 2010 and 2014, billions of dollars from the Russian Federation were laundered through court orders issued in the Republic of Moldova, using offshore companies and banking institutions.
Supreme Court of Justice delivered first verdict in Russian Laundromat cases

The Supreme Court of Justice (CSJ) has resolved the first case from the group of cases known as R...

https://www.moldpres.md/eng/tourism/discover-moldova-with-moldpres-goian-village-where-tradition-meets-nature-and-authentic-tourism

Goian attracts with picturesque landscapes, fresh air & rural atmosphere that offers a pleasant contrast to urban hustle and bustle. The banks of the Dniester invite relaxing walks, while the surrounding forests open ideal trails for hiking or cycling explorations.

Discover Moldova with #MOLDPRES: Goian – village where tradition meets nature and authentic tourism

Just a few steps from Dubăsari, 10–12 kilometers away, lies the village of Goian – a ...

https://www.moldpres.md/eng/society/twenty-seven-american-peace-corps-volunteers-start-mission-in-moldova

Twenty seven American Peace Corps volunteers start mission in Moldova.

The Peace Corps has been active in Moldova since 1993; meanwhile, hundreds of American volunteers have contributed to educational, social and economic projects across the country.

Twenty seven American Peace Corps volunteers start mission in Moldova

Twenty-seven Peace Corps volunteers today took the oath at an official ceremony presided over by ...

Moldova's energy regulatory agency says Moldovagaz company to deliver natural gas to Transnistrian region till late March 2026

https://www.moldpres.md/eng/economy/moldova-s-energy-regulatory-agency-moldovagaz-company-to-deliver-natural-gas-to-transnistrian-region-till-late-march-2026

‘’The measure aims to ensure the continuity of gas deliveries to consumers in the Transnistrian region, avoiding interruptions during a critical period – the cold season,’’

Moldova's energy regulatory agency says Moldovagaz company to deliver natural gas to Transnistrian region till late March 2026

The Moldovagaz company will be in charge of supplying natural gas to the Transnistrian region til...

https://www.npr.org/2025/08/16/nx-s1-5504196/trump-putin-summit-documents-left-behind

Dear God, there really is no limit to Trump's stupidity.

I should have got used to it by now...

https://frontelligence.substack.com/p/missing-targeting-pods-inflated-bills

The U.K. MOD has assessed that Russia is likely holding back the Su-57 to avoid reputational damage, a blow to export prospects, or the loss of sensitive technology that could follow if the aircraft were downed over Ukraine.

Missing Targeting Pods, Inflated Bills: Inside the Troubled Su-57 Procurement Program

Su-57 is often showcased by Moscow as Russia’s most advanced fighter jet in in inventory.

Frontelligence Insight

Nicușor Dan’s Low-Key Visit, Election Updates and Plaha's Return to Politics(?)

https://www.moldovamatters.md/p/nicusor-dans-low-key-visit-election

Plahotniuc Extradition Updates

Nicușor Dan’s Low-Key Visit, Election Updates and Plaha's Return to Politics(?)

Weekly Roundup: August 14, 2025

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Nice visual trick with this Soviet sculpture / fountain!