Opposition holds rally in Chișinău: "On September 28, we will stop Moldova's liquidation"
The opposition political groups—specifically the Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM), the Party of Socialists (PSRM), along with the parties "Inima Moldovei" and "Viitorul Moldovei"—held a rally on Saturday, July 26, in front of the "Maria Biesu" Opera and Ballet Theater in Chisinau. The event was organized under the slogan "For Moldova" and attracted supporters from various regions of the country.
The demonstrators carried party flags and banners that read: “Moldova without PAS,” “Down with dictatorship,” “We want justice,” and “Down with PAS.”
The leaders of four political parties emphasized in their speeches that the rally was “patriotic” and dedicated to “defending the independence,” “neutrality,” and “traditional values” of the Republic of Moldova. Recently returned from Moscow, Igor Dodon, Irina Vlah, and Vasile Tarlev called for “national unity” and “solidarity” in the face of a “direct threat to the statehood” of the Republic of Moldova.
Vasile Tarlev, leader of the “Viitorul Moldovei” party, criticized the current economic situation but insisted that it could be remedied. He stated, “The country's economy is being intentionally destroyed by traitors and corrupt people. Together with the Inima Moldovei, PSRM, and PCRM, we will build a prosperous future.”
Irina Vlah, leader of the "Inima Moldovei" party, accused the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) of being responsible for the "complicated situation" in which the Republic of Moldova finds itself. She declared, “PAS has led the country into the abyss. If they remain in power, the Republic of Moldova will cease to exist as a state. The bloc we are forming is a response from the people to drive the 'yellow filth' out of the country. Time requires firm decisions.”
Igor Dodon, president of the PSRM, concluded the event with a call for unity. He said, “We must return the country to the people. Moldova needs a different government. We are bound by shared values: the Moldovan language and history, neutrality, faith, and our future here at home.”
Bogdat Țîrdea, a PSRM deputy, stated, “We gathered to say no to lawlessness, no to dictatorship, and no to the humiliation of our fellow citizens!”
Vlad Batrîncea, PSRM executive secretary and vice president of Parliament, added, “We are from different parties and regions, but together we form a sovereign Moldova. On September 28, we will stop the liquidation of Moldova and return the lost assets to the people: the railway, the seaport, the sports university, and local institutions.”
Constantin Starîș, a PCRM deputy, emphasized that the task of any politician is to hear and respect the will of the majority. He asserted, “People want to live in a sovereign and peaceful country. Unfortunately, the current government is selling our sovereignty to the left and the right. When we are united, we are invincible.”
The organizers announced that today's rally marks "the beginning of a broader mobilization" in anticipation of the autumn elections.
When asked by Teleradio-Moldova to comment on the opposition's accusations against the ruling party, Adriana Vlas, spokesperson for the Action and Solidarity Party, noted that the opposition can protest freely in the Republic of Moldova, even as she "praises" Russia, where protests are prohibited.
She remarked, “They claim that one cannot protest, yet here they are, protesting. At the same time, they praise Russia—a country where young people are arrested for critical posts, priests are imprisoned for their opinions, protests are banned, and people are detained simply for using certain social networks. This is what they want for Moldova, even though today they can protest freely.”
Recently, the Socialist Party and the "Inima Moldovei" Party held a protest in front of the Government building. The protesters voiced their dissatisfaction with the policies implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and the rising natural gas tariffs. They also accused certain individuals in the energy sector of engaging in alleged corruption schemes. In response, the government accused representatives of both parties of spreading lies and engaging in manipulation.
On Tuesday, July 22, the Communist Party, the Socialist Party, the "Viitorul Moldovei" Party, and the "Inima Moldovei" Party announced their decision to form an electoral bloc to participate in the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28.
Igor Grosu, the president of the Action and Solidarity Party, criticized the coalition formed by the four parties. He described it as a move by "tired politicians who have failed to govern effectively and have kept Moldova in poverty and in a state of uncertainty," suggesting that their actions are being directed by the Kremlin.
