Moldova, EU
Maia Sandu seeks second term as Russia tries to thwart Moldova's EU referendum
In addition to Maia Sandu, 11 candidates are running for president, but Russia remains a significant shadow player attempting to disrupt Moldova's European integration efforts. NV highlights the importance of the October 20 referendum and elections,
Moldova: Presidential elections and referendum on EU membership
The European Union (EU) opened accession negotiations with Moldova in June 2024. The country will soon hold its presidential elections, the first round of which will take place on 20 October 2024 along with a constitutional referendum on EU accession.
Factbox-What's at Stake in Moldova's Election and Referendum on Oct 20?
CHISINAU (Reuters) - Moldova's pro-Western president, Maia Sandu, is seeking a second term in a presidential election on Oct. 20, when the country will also hold a referendum on joining the European Union. Here's a look at what's at stake.
Moldova's Crucial Election and Referendum: What You Need to Know
On October 20, Moldova will hold a presidential election alongside a pivotal referendum on joining the European Union. The pro-Western presi..|News Track
Moldova votes on European future in shadow of alleged Russian meddling
Moldova's citizens vote on Sunday in a presidential election and an EU referendum that come at a pivotal moment in the tussle between Russia and the West for the future of the poor, landlocked southeast European nation of under 3 million people.
Moldova becomes ‘testing ground’ for Russian election interference
Russian efforts to influence Moldova’s Oct. 20 elections have reached unprecedented levels, with Moscow allegedly spending up to hundreds of millions of dollars on buying votes, pumping out AI-generated deep fake videos,
Will Moldova’s Election Finally Loosen Russia’s Grip?
The Kremlin is desperate to return Moldova to its sphere of influence, but its meddling is no longer working.
Russian meddling threatens Moldovan election, EU referendum
Sunday’s referendum will ask Moldovan voters whether they support declaring the country’s EU accession as a strategic goal in its constitution. In an interview with Voice of America’s Russian Service,
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Moldova’s twin elections to determine its geopolitical future
By Clare Nuttall in Chisinau In downtown Chisinau, there are few visible signs that Moldova is on the verge of two historic ...
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Battle for Moldova’s future: Gendered disinformation is Russia’s secret weapon
Much like the US vice president, who has similarly been the target of disinformation campaigns, Sandu’s candidacy has been a ...
Lies, bribes and interference: Kremlin’s hybrid war overshadows Moldova’s EU referendum
European officials say disinformation campaigns and vote-buying schemes risk undermining the integrity of the 20 October ...
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Moldova's Path to EU: A Turning Point for LGBTQ+ Rights?
Moldova's referendum on EU membership is seen as a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights, amidst allegations of Russian ...
Moldova Vote Seen As Test On Pro-European Road
Long torn over closer ties with the European Union or maintaining Soviet-era relations with Moscow, Moldova faces a decisive ...
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This tiny country is a laboratory for Russia’s dirty tricks
Disinformation hurts the EU cause hardest. The Kremlin has relentlessly targeted susceptible groups, especially those who ...
EU Sanctions Moldova’s Regional Gagauz Leaders Ahead of Key Vote
The European Union sanctioned top officials of Moldova’s autonomous region of Gagauzia for attempting to undermine the ...
Kremlin sowing chaos with bomb threats and bribery to thwart Moldova's vote to join EU, authorities say
Buying off voters, calling in bomb threats and paying protesters to antagonize police — these are the tactics authorities say ...