Maia Sandu urges unity as electoral campaign begins: “Moldova’s fate is at stake”

The election on September 28 is critical for the future of the Republic of Moldova. As stated, "Parliament is the most important institution of the country," and it will determine "which path Moldova will take from now on." In a message promoting national unity, President Maia Sandu addressed the citizens of the Republic of Moldova on the day the electoral campaign for the September 28 elections began. She warned against attempts at destabilization from abroad and urged both voters and electoral competitors to act responsibly and remain vigilant.

Moldova's EU path: France, Germany, Poland visit signals 'paradigm shift'

The visit of French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk to Chișinău on Independence Day has more than just symbolic value, a political expert has said.

Moldova Independence Day: European leaders celebrate in Chișinău

Moldova is a close partner that shares the same European values and is part of a project for peace. That was the message from the leaders of France, Germany and Poland, who were in Chișinău to celebrate Independence Day alongside Moldovan citizens.

EU accession talks for Moldova could begin this autumn, leaders announce

The European Union has opened its doors to Moldova, and accession talks could begin this autumn, the leaders of France, Germany, and Poland announced in Chișinău on Wednesday, August 27.

Ukraine ambassador calls Russia's war 'more brutal than WWII'

Ukraine's ambassador to Moldova, Paun Rohovei, has called for a "just peace" for his country, describing Russia's war as "more brutal than World War II."

Moldova: Pro-Russian politicians exploit history with 'Liberation March'

Moldovan politicians are using historical events for political purposes, according to experts, following a "Liberation March" organised by the "Patriotic Bloc of Socialists, Communists, Heart and Future of Moldova" electoral bloc.

Romania vows to support Moldova's EU membership path

Romania will stand by Moldova 'no matter what' and support its path toward EU membership, which it calls 'a better life and the consolidation of freedoms.'

Russia accused of hybrid war on Moldova amid election tensions

Moscow has been accused of waging a "hybrid war" against Moldova by stepping up its disinformation campaign ahead of the country's upcoming parliamentary elections.

Maia Sandu praises ‘monumental’ efforts for Ukraine peace

On Tuesday, August 19, Moldovan President Maia Sandu praised the “monumental” efforts by US and European leaders to end the war in Ukraine and pave the way for peace.

Moldova's pivotal election: A referendum on its future

Moldova is set to hold a crucial parliamentary election on September 28. Analysts describe the vote as a "new referendum" on the country's pro-European trajectory, which has been under increasing pressure from hybrid aggression by the Russian Federation for several years.

US nuclear fears delayed Moldova's Independence, ex-FM says

The independence of the Republic of Moldova wasn't just delayed by pressure from Moscow, but also by the strategic interests of major powers.

USSR References Remain Core to Moscow’s Propaganda, Moldovan Security Adviser Warns

The Kremlin continues to lament the collapse of the Soviet Union and has aspirations to “rebuild the empire,” in part by reviving Soviet symbolism, according to Stanislav Secrieru, a presidential adviser on defense and national security. His comments followed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s recent public appearance at the U.S.-Russia summit in Alaska, where he wore a sweater displaying the inscription “USSR.”