Kremlin targets Moldova with bribery, propaganda, and illicit funds

The Russian Federation is set to intensify efforts to bring the Republic of Moldova back into its sphere of influence in light of the upcoming parliamentary elections, warns Ukraine’s presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak.

Joe Biden about the re-election of Maia Sandu: "Russia has failed"

The President of the United States, Joe Biden, congratulated Maia Sandu for her "historic re-election" as President of the Republic of Moldova. In a statement issued on November 4, the White House praised the firm vote of Moldovans for a democratic and European future, despite attempts at interference from Russia.

Mihai Popșoi, message for the diaspora after the preliminary results of the vote: "We showed to the world that Moldova is not for sale"

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, sent a message of gratitude to the Moldovan citizens in the diaspora who participated in record numbers in the presidential runoff, on November 3. "We showed to the world that Moldova is not for sale," the head of diplomacy from Chisinau wrote on social networks.

Maia Sandu, congratulated by European leaders after the "historic victory" in the elections

Maia Sandu was congratulated by international leaders after she won a new mandate as head of state following the November 3 elections. European officials, including leaders from neighboring countries, welcomed the pro-European orientation of the Republic of Moldova and assured Maia Sandu of their full support.

Sandu's message to the diaspora following the hoax bomb threat: "Thieves fear you. Do not be afraid. Keep voting."

The candidate from the Action and Solidarity Party for the presidency delivered an important message to the diaspora after several polling stations abroad were subjected to hoax bomb threats. Maia Sandu encourages Moldovans to vote with courage, stating in a video posted on social media, "Thieves are afraid of you."

LIVE VIDEO // Voting in the runoff

The citizens of the Republic of Moldova elect today, November 3, their future president of the country, in the presidential runoff. Voting takes place at 2,219 polling stations, of which 1,988 are open in the Republic of Moldova. Check the voter turnout in real time. We remind you that the information is constantly updated by the CEC, and the preliminary results will be published after the polls close.

Emmanuel Macron highlights Moldova’s pivotal election moment

The President of France, Emmanuel Macron, addressed the citizens of the Republic of Moldova in Romanian in a message delivered on the eve of the presidential elections.

Moldova's Stoianoglo pledges unity on final campaign day

On the final day of the campaign, Alexandr Stoianoglo, the Socialist Party candidate for the presidency of the Republic of Moldova, made an appeal to all voters and supporters, including those backing candidates who did not advance to the second round of the presidential elections.

Elections in Moldova: Ceban emphasises democratic process

One week after meeting with Alexandr Stoianoglo, the presidential candidate for the Socialists, the mayor of Chișinău, Ion Ceban, announced that he also held a meeting with Maia Sandu, the candidate from the Action and Solidarity Party.

Multifunctional centers will operate on Sunday, November 3, under a special schedule

The multifunctional centers will be open on Sunday, November 3, on the day of the second round of the elections for the position of president of the Republic of Moldova, and will have a special work schedule, between 07:00 and 21:00.

Raids in seven districts on cases of electoral bribery, at 12 members of the "Sor team"

CNA officers and prosecutors are currently conducting searches in several localities in Hâncești, Călărași, Strășeni, Nisporeni, Criuleni, Florești and Orhei districts. The actions take place in the framework of seven criminal cases, started on acts of electoral bribery.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean warns of the consequences of the vote-buying in the Republic of Moldova: "It is a crime and is punishable"

Investigations by the authorities have revealed the extent of the phenomenon of voter bribery in the first round of elections. Prime Minister Dorin Recean warned, at the beginning of the Government meeting on October 30, that all those who were involved in selling or buying the vote in the first round or intend to resort to such practices in the second round will be documented and sanctioned. The Head of the Executive called on citizens to vote "honestly" on November 3.