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Russia’s Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said Moscow will protect more than 220,000 Russian citizens in Moldova’s breakaway region of Transdniestria and could use all available means to do so, in an interview with Komsomolskaya Pravda. The comments come as Moldova applies pressure on Transdniestria and EU membership talks stall, with Russia signaling readiness to consider various scenarios.
Moldova's Foreign Ministry rebuked Russia's criticism of its democracy, stating that Russia has no moral authority to lecture on democracy and freedom due to its treatment of opposition politicians and its actions in Ukraine. Tensions between the two countries have escalated after Moldova's breakaway Transdniestria region sought Moscow's help, leading to accusations of destabilization from the Chisinau government. The statement comes amidst concerns over Russia's invasion of Ukraine and fears of further aggression towards Transdniestria.