Radio Moldova and Moldova 1 TV will broadcast, live, the press statements by Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo after the closing of the polling stations

The two presidential candidates - Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo - will give press statements starting at 21:00. The public TV station, Moldova 1 TV, and the national radio station, Radio Moldova, will broadcast live the statements of the two candidates in the runoff.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean: "The Government is prepared to address destabilization attempts"

In a social media post, he emphasized that the government is working closely with authorities in every country where polling stations are located to ensure the safety of both the voting process and the voters. This statement came following reports of hoax bomb alerts at several polling stations abroad. "As I anticipated, the attacks persist. The perpetrators fear you, which is why they've resorted to issuing hoax bomb alerts in multiple overseas polling locations," said Recean.

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."

Hoax bomb threat at four polling stations abroad. Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacts

Hoax bomb threat at four polling stations abroad. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, these are the polling stations in Frankfurt, Germany and Liverpool, Northampton, Great Britain.

ASP issued over 250 provisional identity cards by noon

The Public Services Agency (ASP) issued a total of 251 provisional identity cards by noon, between 07:00 and 13:00, along with 973 previously made-up identity cards. We remind you that, the ASP operates under special working hours on the day of the elections.

Organized transportation of moldovans to vote at polling stations locally and abroad? Authorities investigate cases

Authorities are currently investigating instances of organized voter transportation to polling stations, both within the Republic of Moldova and internationally, particularly from Russia to Belarus, Azerbaijan, and Turkey, to influence voter turnout. The General Police Inspectorate and the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) have highlighted these irregularities following the emergence of photos on social media depicting groups of Moldovans being transported to polling locations. Citizens are encouraged to report such cases to the 112 emergency service as part of efforts to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process and ensure that votes remain free from external influence.

Unauthorized filming at some polling stations in the diaspora. MFA reacts

Several individuals were observed filming unauthorized live streams at the entrances of polling stations in the diaspora. In Bologna, an unknown young woman set her phone on a chair to record all the voters arriving to cast their votes. Meanwhile, in Tallinn, another young woman, posing as an independent journalist, filmed people as they entered and exited the polling stations.

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.

LIVE TEXT // Maia Sandu wins presidential runoff, according to the preliminary results

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova will elect today their country's president for the next four years. Voters are expected to vote at the 2,219 polling stations, of which 1,988 are open on the territory of the Republic of Moldova, including 30 polling stations for voters on the left of the Nistru, and another 231 polling stations in 37 countries, including 3 polling stations for those who voted by mail.

Final preparations underway for November 3 elections

Final preparations for the elections on November 3 were made today at polling stations across the country. Ballots were distributed early this morning to the chairs of the electoral offices, and each member received final instructions for the smooth conduct of the presidential election.

Moldovan Parliament condemns fake emails in election interference

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova condemns the spread of misinformation being disseminated in its name and urges citizens to disregard any emails received.

Follow Moldova’s presidential election with live updates and insights

On Sunday, November 3rd, citizens of the Republic of Moldova are called to the polls to elect their next president.