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Russia is meddling in politics in Georgia and Moldova – trying to do by stealth what it is doing by war in Ukraine

Recent votes in the former Soviet states of Georgia and Moldova have been dogged by interference from Russian-backed elements. Both countries had previously aspired towards closer ties with western Europe and future membership of the EU. And in both countries there is a strong suggestion of influence from Moscow that…

The Conversation

In Moldova, we held our EU referendum in Russia’s shadow. The result was too close for comfort

Like Brexit, our vote on Europe teetered on a knife-edge. While the pro-EU side scraped a win, Russia is waiting to undermine it, says Paula Erizanu, a Moldovan journalist and writer based in Chișinău

The Guardian - UK

What’s at stake in elections in Georgia and Moldova this week: a stark choice between Russia and the West

Two former Soviet republics have important elections this week that will likely be pivotal in their respective journeys toward tighter integration with the West against the backdrop of rising Russian influence and the Ukraine war.

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Moldova's President Accuses Criminal Groups Of Undermining EU Referendum

Moldova's presidential race and EU referendum face challenges amid allegations of interference and vote-buying, with citizens hopeful for EU alignment.

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Moldova's EU Referendum Results Too Close To Call

Moldova's referendum and presidential election results show a divided nation facing challenges amid allegations of vote-buying and foreign interference.

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Moldova votes yes to joining EU by tiny margin amid claims of Russian interference

Moldovans have voted by a razor-thin majority to push ahead with talks to join the EU, early results on Monday showed ...

The National (Scotland)

Moldovans back joining the EU by razor-thin majority

Final result sees ‘yes’ vote scrape ahead by 13,000 votes, narrowly avoiding shock setback for pro-western president

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Moldova commits to join EU in marginal vote as president claims foreign interference

Incumbent president Maia Sandu claims foreign forces hostile to Moldova had to tried to influence the ballot

The Independent UK

Moldova narrowly votes for EU membership amid fraud claims

EU spokesperson says referendum on joining the bloc happened with ‘unprecedented interference’ by Russia or its proxies.

Al Jazeera

Moldova's vote on EU membership in deadlock as president cites 'foreign interference'

A referendum on Moldova joining the EU was too close to call early Monday with almost all votes counted, as pro-EU President Maia Sandu blamed an 'criminal groups working together with foreign forces' – a veiled reference to Russia – for the outcome.

Radio France Internationale

Moldova EU referendum 'yes' vote looks set to pass as pro-Western president hits out at 'criminal groups'

Pro-Western president Maia Sandu accused ‘foreign forces’ of attempting to thwart democracy in pivotal referendum on joining the EU

Evening Standard

Moldova president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy by ‘foreign forces’ as EU vote hangs in balance

Pro-western leader Maia Sandu spoke as pivotal referendum on EU membership remained too close to call

The Guardian - UK

Moldova Votes On EU Future Amid Fears Of Russian Meddling

Moldovans voted on Sunday in a presidential election and a referendum on joining the European Union, with fears of Russian meddling amid the war in neighbouring Ukraine.

International Business Times

Moldova votes in election and EU referendum amid alleged Russian interference

Result ‘will define our fate for many decades to come’ says pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu

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Moldova's Crucial Votes Threatened By Pro-Russian Meddling

Moldova's elections face interference concerns from pro-Russian entities, with focus on EU membership and potential impact on country's future.

Al Jazeera

Preliminary results in Moldova put anti-EU side ahead in referendum

As war in Ukraine rages, twin votes will determine if ex-Soviet republic leaves Russia’s orbit and moves towards West.

The Guardian - UK

Moldovans go to polls to decide whether future lies with Russia or the west

Presidential election and EU referendum take place amid concerns over interference from Moscow

Al Jazeera

As war rages in neighbouring Ukraine, Moldova readies for two crucial votes

Moldovans will head to the polls on Sunday for a presidential election and referendum on EU ascension.

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International Business Times

With Record Production, Moldova Plum Farmers Hail EU Integration

In a warehouse north of Moldova's capital, farmer Stefan Bitlan inspects boxes of plums soon heading to Germany as he has turned to exporting to the EU rather than Russia.

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Moldova votes on whether to join EU as Russia intensifies vast disinformation campaign

Moldova is emerging as a major strategic battleground in a fierce competition between Russia and the west. A Kremlin-backed disinformation campaign has intensified over the last few months, in the run-up to Moldova’s presidential elections.

The Guardian - UK

‘Russia’s dirty money will hijack our democratic process’: how tiny Moldova fears Kremlin is fixing EU referendum

Officials believe €100m has been funnelled into the country to influence the pivotal vote and the presidential election

The Independent UK

Andrei Nastase was targeted by Russian mafia for exposing corruption. Now he aims to bring Moldova into the EU

The former deputy prime minister is running for the country’s presidency, writes Kim Sengupta in Chisinau. He knows support from the West against the Kremlin will be vital

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Emmanuel Macron's Political Future Hangs In The Balance

Emmanuel Macron's presidency in France: economic reforms, protests, and political challenges with uncertain implications for the country's future.

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French Citizen Arrested In Russia For Espionage Activities

French citizen arrested in Russia for collecting military data without registration, amid tensions over Ukraine. Recent surge in espionage-related arrests.

International Business Times

Blinken To Support Moldova's Western Hopes Against Russia

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Moldova on Wednesday with plans to show robust support for the frontline country's Western aspirations amid alarm over Russian gains elsewhere.

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