Moldova's Diasporic Vote: A Pivotal Election at a Crossroads
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldova's Diasporic Vote: A Pivotal Election at a Crossroads

Associated Press  

Moldova's diaspora tipped the scales in a pivotal election, with pro-Western President Maia Sandu securing victory in a runoff that pitted her against a Russia-friendly opponent. While the results were officially declared, critics question the validity of the vote due to concerns about Russian interference and voter intimidation. The outcome could have significant implications for Moldova's path toward EU membership, with the country caught in a geopolitical tug between Moscow and the West.

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Moldova's Pro-Western President Maia Sandu Wins Second Term in Presidential Runoff
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldova's Pro-Western President Maia Sandu Wins Second Term in Presidential Runoff

Firstpost  

Moldova's incumbent President Maia Sandu has won a second term in the crucial presidential runoff, defeating a pro-Russia rival. The outcome is a major boost for Moldova's pro-Western government, which firmly endorsed Sandu's bid and her vision of closer ties with the West, steering Moldova towards EU membership.

Maia Sandu: Moldova’s pro-EU president wins close run-off election amid Russian meddling claims
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maia Sandu: Moldova’s pro-EU president wins close run-off election amid Russian meddling claims

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Moldova’s President Maia Sandu smiles …

Moldova’s diaspora tipped the scales in pivotal presidential election runoff
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldova’s diaspora tipped the scales in pivotal presidential election runoff

LA Times  

A woman walks past a street mural in Chisinau, Moldova, celebrating Moldova’s independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union on Monday. Former President Igor Dodon, the leader of the Party of Socialists, was quick to question Sandu’s victory by telling Russia’s state news agency, TASS, that she has become “a president of the diaspora” and suggested it undermined the vote, …

Why Moldova Wants to Move Away From Russia and Join EU Instead
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why Moldova Wants to Move Away From Russia and Join EU Instead

Bloomberg  

With a population of just 2.6 million and one of the smallest economies in Europe, Moldova barely registers by most European Union metrics. Yet the small former Soviet republic wedged between EU member Romania and war-ravaged Ukraine has drawn outsized attention from the continent’s powerful democracies and Vladimir Putin ’s Russia. After decades under the Kremlin’s influence, Moldova started a …

Moldova’s pro-Western president wins vote overshadowed by Russian meddling claims
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldova’s pro-Western president wins vote overshadowed by Russian meddling claims

NPR  

Moldova’s pro-Western president wins vote overshadowed by Russian meddling claims toggle caption Vadim Ghirda/AP CHISINAU, Moldova — Moldova’s pro-Western President Maia Sandu has won a second term in a pivotal presidential runoff against a Russia-friendly opponent, in a race that was overshadowed by claims of Russian interference, voter fraud, and intimidation in the European Union candidate country. On Sunday, Moldovan …

Moldova election: Putin’s latest meddling effort failed. It’s unlikely to stop him trying again
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldova election: Putin’s latest meddling effort failed. It’s unlikely to stop him trying again

CNN  

CNN — As Moldova’s pro-EU president Maia Sandu celebrated victory in the early hours of Monday morning, in an election campaign she claimed involved “unprecedented” interference by Moscow, pro-Kremlin voices in Russia turned to the next page in their playbook: casting doubt on the result. Another senior Russian senator, Andrey Klishas, took a similar line, suggesting Moldova had actively falsified …

Moldovan Election: Tight Race as EU Biddies Face Concerns of Russian Interference
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Moldovan Election: Tight Race as EU Biddies Face Concerns of Russian Interference

Firstpost  

Moldova's presidential election runoff has concluded, with Maia Sandu narrowly defeating a Russia-friendly challenger. The election's outcome could have significant implications for the country's pro-Western path and its relationship with Russia. Sandu secured 42% of the votes, while Stoianoglo received nearly 26%. Concerns have been raised about voter fraud, electoral interference, and intimidation, which could undermine the credibility of the …

Moldova narrowly votes for EU membership amid claims of Russian interference
2 months ago

Moldova narrowly votes for EU membership amid claims of Russian interference

ABC  

Moldovans have voted by a razor-thin majority in favour of securing the country's path toward European Union membership, electoral data shows, after President Maia Sandu accused "criminal groups" of trying to undermine the vote. In Brussels, the European Union's executive branch, the European Commission, said that its services had also noted Russian interference in Moldova, and it underlined its continued …

Moldova barely approves its EU referendum amid allegations of Russian interference
2 months ago

Moldova barely approves its EU referendum amid allegations of Russian interference

NPR  

Moldova barely approves its EU referendum amid allegations of Russian interference toggle caption Pierre Crom/Getty Images The former Soviet republic of Moldova voted in favor of securing a path into the European Union on Sunday, in a national referendum that was charged with geopolitical significance and shadowed by accusations of Russian election interference. toggle caption Daniel Mihailescu/AFP via Getty Images …

Moldovans narrowly vote to secure the country’s path toward EU membership
2 months ago

Moldovans narrowly vote to secure the country’s path toward EU membership

LA Times  

Moldova’s President Maia Sandu leaves after delivering a speech during a press briefing after the polls closed for the presidential election and the referendum on whether to enshrine in the Constitution the country’s path to European Union membership, in Chisinau, Moldova, early Monday. Moldovans voted by a razor-thin majority in favor of securing the country’s path toward European Union membership, …

Moldovans Cast Votes in Referendum on EU Path Amid Russian Interference Claims
2 months ago

Moldovans Cast Votes in Referendum on EU Path Amid Russian Interference Claims

Live Mint  

Moldovans cast their ballots in two key votes Sunday that could determine whether the European Union candidate country, which neighbors Ukraine, remains on a pro-Western path amid allegations that Russia has tried to undermine the electoral process. The two pivotal ballots are held amid ongoing claims by Moldovan authorities that Moscow has intensified an alleged 'hybrid war' campaign to destabilize …

Moldova Votes in Election, EU Referendum Amid Allegations of Russian Interference
2 months ago

Moldova Votes in Election, EU Referendum Amid Allegations of Russian Interference

The Hindu  

Moldova's upcoming election and EU referendum are overshadowed by allegations of Russian election meddling. The country's pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu leads in the presidential election, but a majority of voters are expected to support EU accession. The referendum, which will determine whether to include a clause defining EU accession in the constitution, is expected to be a close contest. The …

EU Candidate Moldova to Hold Crucial Votes in Historic Referendum
2 months ago

EU Candidate Moldova to Hold Crucial Votes in Historic Referendum

Associated Press  

EU candidate Moldova faces a crucial vote on Sunday in which they will decide whether to join the European Union. The outcome will influence the country's future and could have significant implications for the region. The country has been facing Russian interference and meddling in its elections, and the upcoming vote is seen as a test of Moldova's commitment to …

Moldova's Tug of War: West vs. Russia in Crucial Votes
2 months ago

Moldova's Tug of War: West vs. Russia in Crucial Votes

CNN  

Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes. The presidential election will determine whether Moldova continues its path toward the West or remains lodged within the Kremlin's orbit. The referendum on EU membership is also a major issue, as it could have significant implications for the country's future.

Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and EU referendum
2 months ago

Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and EU referendum

NPR  

Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and EU referendum toggle caption Will Baxter On a bright, crisp morning just a few days ahead of Moldova’s landmark referendum on European Union integration, a handful of volunteers scattered out across the town of Rîşcani, in the country’s north, to talk to residents about the upcoming vote. toggle caption Will …

A victory for pro-Western incumbent Sandu could help ease Moldova’s path to the EU
54 years, 11 months ago

A victory for pro-Western incumbent Sandu could help ease Moldova’s path to the EU

Associated Press  

DATE OF ELECTION November/December TYPE OF ELECTION Presidential WHO’S RUNNING Moldova’s presidential elections come at a crucial time for the small country as it pursues its path for joining the EU and claims of nefarious Russian interface amid the war in neighboring Ukraine. Incumbent pro-Western President Maia Sandu will seek a second term and current polls have her ahead of …

Moldova's pro-European president Maia Sandu says she will seek second term
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Moldova's pro-European president Maia Sandu says she will seek second term

The Hindu  

Moldova's pro-European President Maia Sandu said on Sunday she intended to run for a second presidential term in late 2024 and called on parliament to begin preparations for a referendum on the country's drive to join the European Union. "We still have important steps to take and I pledge to continue, if you will give me your trust for a …

Moldova, tiny, poor and bordering Ukraine, gets EU candidacy
2 years, 5 months ago

Moldova, tiny, poor and bordering Ukraine, gets EU candidacy

Associated Press  

SIGHISOARA, Romania — The European Union announced Thursday that it has granted EU candidate status to Moldova, a poor non-NATO Eastern European country bordering war-torn Ukraine, which likely won’t enjoy the perks of full bloc membership for years to come. Charles Michel, the European Council President and EU summit chair, tweeted the decision to give both Moldova and Ukraine candidate …

Moldova, tiny, poor and bordering Ukraine, gets EU candidacy
2 years, 6 months ago

Moldova, tiny, poor and bordering Ukraine, gets EU candidacy

The Independent  

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Pro-EU party in Moldova wins clear majority in election
3 years, 5 months ago

Pro-EU party in Moldova wins clear majority in election

Associated Press  

CHISINAU, Moldova — A pro-reform party seeking closer ties for Moldova with the European Union has won a clear majority in the parliamentary election, electoral commission results show Monday. After ballots closed Sunday the president said she hopes the election would “be the end of a hard era for Moldova.” “I hope today will be the end of the thieves’ …

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