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Moldova’s pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity wins majority in parliamentary elections

Chisinau – Moldova’s pro-European Union ruling party, Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), secured a definitive victory and a new majority in a crucial parliamentary election held on Sunday, pivotal for the

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False bomb threats target Moldovan polling stations on election day

False bomb threats target Moldovan polling stations on election day

Moldovan authorities said on Sunday that reports of alleged bomb threats at polling stations were fabricated, describing them as an attempt to intimidate voters and disrupt the electoral process. The government stressed

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Moldova votes as concerns grow over Russian influence in parliamentary elections

Chisinau – Polls have opened in Moldova as citizens cast votes in parliamentary elections that could shift the country’s stance from being pro-Ukrainian and supportive of EU membership toward aligning more closely

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Russian-backed plot aims to destabilize Moldova ahead of September elections

Russian-backed plot aims to destabilize Moldova ahead of September elections

Moldova braces for violence in disputed parliamentary vote Chișinău — Moldova faces a potential surge of violence ahead of parliamentary elections on September 28, intelligence sources warn. Authorities in Moldova and Serbia

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Moldova braces for high-stakes election amid alleged Russian interference plot

Moldova braces for high-stakes election amid alleged Russian interference plot

Moldova heads to parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025, in a vote seen as decisive for its geopolitical trajectory. The outcome will determine whether the country consolidates its European path or drifts

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Moldova’s defence ministry warns of forged military summons amid election tensions

Moldova’s defence ministry warns of forged military summons amid election tensions

Moldova’s Ministry of Defence has issued a public warning after discovering widespread circulation of fake military summons on Telegram channels, urging citizens to report for compulsory service. The ministry stressed these summonses are

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Moldova police uncover allegedly pre-marked ballots ahead of parliamentary elections

Moldova police uncover allegedly pre-marked ballots ahead of parliamentary elections

Moldovan police conducted a raid at a printing facility in Chisinau, discovering over 200 ballots marked with the stamp “Votat” (“voted”) next to the name of the pro-Russian political bloc, Bloc “Alternativa”. Authorities

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Moldova heads to decisive parliamentary elections on 28 September

Moldova heads to decisive parliamentary elections on 28 September

Moldova will hold parliamentary elections on 28 September 2025, a vote seen as pivotal for the country’s long-term future. Far from being just another electoral exercise, this ballot is set to determine

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Russia claims EU plans to occupy Moldova ahead of elections

Russia claims EU plans to occupy Moldova ahead of elections

On September 23, 2025, Russian state media and the Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) published claims alleging a planned NATO military occupation of Moldova, purportedly aimed at strengthening an anti-Russian agenda. Moscow asserted

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Moldovan police raid 250 locations over suspected Russian-backed unrest plot

Moldovan police raid 250 locations over suspected Russian-backed unrest plot

Less than a week before parliamentary elections, Moldovan authorities carried out 250 raids targeting more than 100 individuals suspected of plotting Russian-coordinated unrest aimed at destabilizing the country and influencing the vote.

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Russia accuses EU of planning Moldova occupation amid upcoming parliamentary elections

Moscow – The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has accused European countries of planning “to occupy Moldova” and establishing a NATO task force along the Romania-Moldova border to intimidate Transnistria., reports 24brussels.

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Kremlin's Reshuffling: Kozak's Departure and Kiriyenko's Growing Role in Moldova

Kremlin’s Reshuffling: Kozak’s Departure and Kiriyenko’s Growing Role in Moldova

On September 18, 2025, media reports indicated the resignation of Dmitry Kozak, allegedly at his own request, signaling a shift in Russia’s approach to the post-Soviet space. Kozak, who had long overseen

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Moldovan government warns of election fraud risks ahead of September vote

Moldovan government warns of election fraud risks ahead of September vote

Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean has warned of potential vote rigging in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for 28 September. On 18 September, he recalled that during the 2024 vote about 8%

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Romanian MEP warns Russia seeks to turn Moldova into a second Belarus

Romanian MEP warns Russia seeks to turn Moldova into a second Belarus

Romanian Member of the European Parliament Siegfried Mureșan warned on September 12 that Russia intends to transform Moldova into a satellite state similar to Belarus. He stressed that Moscow has used Belarus

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FSB investigates Marina Tauber over alleged embezzlement of Kremlin funds in Moldova

FSB investigates Marina Tauber over alleged embezzlement of Kremlin funds in Moldova

Russian security services suspect Moldovan lawmaker Marina Tauber and other leaders of the “Pobeda” bloc of diverting millions of dollars allocated by Moscow to finance protests in Moldova. According to a media

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Moscow rejects claims of church influence in Moldovan elections

Moscow rejects claims of church influence in Moldovan elections

The Russian Foreign Ministry has dismissed accusations from Chișinău that Moscow and the Russian Orthodox Church are attempting to sway Moldova’s upcoming parliamentary elections. At a briefing in Moscow on September 12,

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Cheban attacks government over gas supply as elections near

Cheban attacks government over gas supply as elections near

On September 10, Chișinău mayor Ion Cheban, one of the four leaders of the Alternativa bloc, sharply criticized the ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), accusing it of failing to provide clear

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Tiraspol warns of looming energy shortages ahead of winter

Tiraspol warns of looming energy shortages ahead of winter

Authorities in Tiraspol have raised alarms over a potential energy crisis as the region prepares for the cold season with limited fuel reserves. According to local officials, President Vadim Krasnoselsky was informed

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Moldova's president emphasizes EU membership as key to countering Russian threats

Moldova’s president emphasizes EU membership as key to countering Russian threats

Russia is unleashing “unlimited hybrid war,” Moldovan leader Maia Sandu warned.

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Moldova Mare registered for Moldovan parliamentary elections

Moldova Mare registered for Moldovan parliamentary elections

On September 5, 2025, Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission (CEC) registered the pro-Russian, far-right party Moldova Mare, led by former prosecutor and ex-presidential candidate Victoria Furtună, to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections.

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European leaders signal support for Moldova ahead of elections

European leaders signal support for Moldova ahead of elections

On August 27, 2025, the presidents and prime ministers of three leading EU states – France’s Emmanuel Macron, Germany’s Friedrich Merz and Poland’s Donald Tusk – arrived in Chișinău for a joint

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European leaders visit Moldova to back EU course ahead of elections

European leaders visit Moldova to back EU course ahead of elections

On 27 August 2025, the presidents and prime ministers of three major EU states – Emmanuel Macron of France, Friedrich Merz of Germany and Donald Tusk of Poland – arrived in Chișinău

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Moldova election commission warns churches against political involvement

Moldova election commission warns churches against political involvement

The Central Election Commission of Moldova on 31 August urged representatives of all religious denominations to refrain from taking part in electoral campaigning and to prevent political events from being held within

1 month ago

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Russia seeks to regain influence in Moldova through upcoming elections

Russia seeks to regain influence in Moldova through upcoming elections

On August 29, Moldova officially launched its parliamentary election campaign ahead of the September 28 vote, in a contest that could determine the country’s geopolitical course. President Maia Sandu warned of repeated

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EU leaders express support for Moldova, countering Kremlin's disinformation ahead of elections

EU leaders express support for Moldova, countering Kremlin’s disinformation ahead of elections

The message of support comes ahead of a crucial election for pro-EU President Maia Sandu.

1 month ago

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European leaders emphasize Moldova's EU alignment amid election challenges

European leaders emphasize Moldova’s EU alignment amid election challenges

Merz, Macron and Tusk are visiting the country in support of Maia Sandu’s pro-EU camp ahead of a pivotal election.

1 month ago

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Kremlin escalates disinformation as Moldova advances on EU path

Kremlin escalates disinformation as Moldova advances on EU path

As Moldova deepens its pursuit of European integration, Kremlin-backed disinformation campaigns have intensified, targeting the country’s vulnerable groups with a flood of fabricated narratives. These efforts are designed to weaken pro-European sentiment,

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Dodon denounces EU leaders' visit to Chisinau ahead of elections

Dodon denounces EU leaders’ visit to Chisinau ahead of elections

Former Moldovan president and leader of the Party of Socialists, Igor Dodon, sharply criticized the planned visit of European leaders to Chisinau on August 27, arguing that their presence represents direct interference

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Leaders of France, Germany and Poland visit Moldova amid rising Russian influence

Leaders of France, Germany and Poland visit Moldova amid rising Russian influence

One month out from Moldova’s parliamentary election, France, Germany and Poland are coming with a message for Moscow.

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Kremlin disinformation targets Moldova’s European path

Kremlin disinformation targets Moldova’s European path

As Moldova advances on its path toward European integration, the country faces a surge in coordinated disinformation campaigns designed to weaken pro-European sentiment. False claims about poverty, loss of national identity, and

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Pro-Russian bloc seeks influence in Moldova’s 2025 elections

Pro-Russian bloc seeks influence in Moldova’s 2025 elections

The political bloc “Alternativa,” formally presenting itself as pro-European and technocratic, has emerged as a new tool in Moscow’s hybrid strategy during Moldova’s parliamentary campaign. According to political analysts, the bloc’s objective

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Moldovan diaspora faces unprecedented pressure ahead of elections

Moldovan diaspora faces unprecedented pressure ahead of elections

On August 15, 2025, Moldovan President Maia Sandu warned that the country’s diaspora is experiencing “unprecedented” pressure from hostile forces ahead of the parliamentary elections. Speaking at the Congress of the Moldovan diaspora,

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Moldova may gain EU membership progress ahead of Ukraine, sparking concerns in Kyiv

Moldova may gain EU membership progress ahead of Ukraine, sparking concerns in Kyiv

Move would be a major boost to pro-EU forces vying for election in September — but risks irking Kyiv.

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Ilan Shor offers $3,000 monthly for indefinite protests in Chisinau

Ilan Shor offers $3,000 monthly for indefinite protests in Chisinau

Oligarch Ilan Shor has called on Moldovan citizens to join an indefinite protest on Chisinau’s central square this week, promising each participant $3,000 per month. This announcement came in a video message

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Moldovan court convicts Gagauzia leader amid rising election tensions

Moldovan court convicts Gagauzia leader amid rising election tensions

A district court in Chișinău sentenced Evgheniya Guțul, the governor of Moldova’s autonomous Gagauzia region, to seven years in prison for illegal political financing. The verdict, delivered amid a heated pre-election atmosphere,

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Moldova accuses Russia of targeting diaspora voters ahead of September elections

Moldova accuses Russia of targeting diaspora voters ahead of September elections

Moldova has warned of intensifying Russian interference targeting its diaspora in Europe, just weeks ahead of a pivotal parliamentary election. The country’s national security advisor, Stanislav Secrieru, said Moscow is orchestrating a

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Moldova hands seven-year prison sentence to pro-Russian politician

Moldova hands seven-year prison sentence to pro-Russian politician

Indictment of Gagauzia Leader Signals Kremlin Strategy in Moldova The indictment of Gagauz leader Evghenia Guțul highlights Russia’s intensified efforts to manipulate the political landscape in Moldova, particularly targeting the Moldovan diaspora,

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Moldova’s president accuses Moscow of planning interference in parliamentary elections

Moldova’s president accuses Moscow of planning interference in parliamentary elections

On July 30, 2025, Moldova’s President Maia Sandu publicly accused Moscow of preparing to interfere in the country’s upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for September. She warned that Russia aims to ensure a

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Moldova prohibits Czech MEP from speaking at pro-Russia event

Moldova prohibits Czech MEP from speaking at pro-Russia event

Moldova Bars Czech MEP from Entering Due to National Security Concerns Moldovan authorities barred and deported Czech MEP Ondřej Dostál over national security concerns, linking his planned appearance at a pro-Russian event

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Moscow-backed parties in Moldova unite to challenge pro-EU government

Moscow-backed parties in Moldova unite to challenge pro-EU government

Pro-Russian bloc launched ahead of Moldova’s September elections On July 22, four pro-Russian political parties in Moldova — the Socialist Party, the Communist Party, Heart of Moldova, and Future of Moldova — announced their merger

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EU targets pro-Russian networks in Moldova and warns Georgia over democratic backsliding

EU targets pro-Russian networks in Moldova and warns Georgia over democratic backsliding

On July 15, the Council of the European Union imposed new restrictive measures against seven individuals and three entities involved in efforts to destabilize the Republic of Moldova. These sanctions, aimed at

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Romania bars Moldovan politicians linked to pro-Russian bloc amid rising electoral tensions

Romania bars Moldovan politicians linked to pro-Russian bloc amid rising electoral tensions

Romania has denied entry to several high-profile Moldovan figures, including Chișinău mayor Ion Ceban, citing national security concerns ahead of Moldova’s pivotal parliamentary elections scheduled for 28 September 2025. The move marks

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Moldova urges EU to open accession talks before elections as Ukraine lags under Orban’s veto

Moldova urges EU to open accession talks before elections as Ukraine lags under Orban’s veto

Chisinau pushes for fast-track EU negotiations amid disinformation surge and political uncertainty Moldova has called on the European Union to officially open accession negotiations before its September 28 parliamentary elections, as the

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EU Commission says member states to decide on Ukraine–Moldova accession track separation

EU Commission says member states to decide on Ukraine–Moldova accession track separation

Brussels avoids pushing to split Ukraine and Moldova’s EU accession bids The European Commission has clarified that it is not advocating for Ukraine and Moldova to be separated in their European Union accession negotiations,

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Kremlin-linked bot network targets EU summit in Moldova with fake media content

Kremlin-linked bot network targets EU summit in Moldova with fake media content

A Kremlin-affiliated disinformation network known as “Matryoshka” has launched a coordinated campaign to undermine the upcoming EU summit in Moldova, using fake videos falsely attributed to European media outlets to discredit Moldovan President Maia Sandu and sow

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The West is helping Ukraine not out of altruism, but for the sake of its own security

The West is helping Ukraine not out of altruism, but for the sake of its own security

French, Dutch and Italian experts point out that the defense of Ukraine is the defense of the whole of Europe. Latvia emphasizes that Ukraine’s defeat will lead to a threat to new

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