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"Moldova-France Defense Pact: Countering Russian Threats"
international-relations2 years ago

"Moldova-France Defense Pact: Countering Russian Threats"

Moldova's President Maia Sandu signed a defense cooperation accord with France, citing concerns about Russia's efforts to destabilize her country and warning that if President Vladimir Putin was not stopped in Ukraine, he would continue advancing. The agreement includes provisions for training, dialogue, and intelligence sharing, with France also planning to open a defense mission in Moldova's capital. Sandu accused Russia of attempting to control Moldova through various means, including energy blackmail, disinformation campaigns, and election interference, but emphasized her country's determination to stand tall.

Moldova bans pro-Russian Shor party amid protests.
politics3 years ago

Moldova bans pro-Russian Shor party amid protests.

Moldova's Constitutional Court has banned the pro-Russian Shor party, led by exiled businessman Ilan Shor, who has been accused of trying to destabilize the country. The party won six seats in parliament in the last national election and has led protests in the capital Chisinau calling for the resignation of President Maia Sandu and her pro-Western government. The court's decision triggered an immediate ban, and the party's lawmakers will keep their seats as independents but will not be able to join other factions. President Sandu welcomed the court's decision, while the opposition Socialist Party accused her of destroying opposition forces.

Moldova's President Sandu assures no war risk as long as Ukraine remains stable.
politics3 years ago

Moldova's President Sandu assures no war risk as long as Ukraine remains stable.

President Maia Sandu of Moldova reassured citizens that there is no danger of war in the country while Ukraine is fighting against Russia. She praised Ukraine for holding out against Russia and urged Moldovans to unite behind the country's bid to join the European Union. Sandu accused Russia of trying to destabilize Moldova and praised law enforcement agencies for blocking attempts to sow chaos. She also called on all political forces to support Moldova's movement towards EU accession unconditionally.