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Moldova's Elections: Battling Russian Interference Ahead of 2025

9/10/2025

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Moldova will hold parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025, which will influence its European integration or potential alignment with Russia.
President Maia Sandu warns of a significant hybrid war from Russia, including disinformation and vote-buying.
Russia has allegedly invested over €200 million in interference, with bribes to Moldovans reaching $3,000 monthly.
Sandu stresses that Moldova's European path is crucial for its survival against Russian aggression.
The European Parliament is considering measures to strengthen Moldova's defenses against these threats.

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Moldova will hold parliamentary elections on September 28, 2025, which will influence its European integration or potential alignment with Russia.
President Maia Sandu warns of a significant hybrid war from Russia, including disinformation and vote-buying.
Russia has allegedly invested over €200 million in interference, with bribes to Moldovans reaching $3,000 monthly.
Sandu stresses that Moldova's European path is crucial for its survival against Russian aggression.
The European Parliament is considering measures to strengthen Moldova's defenses against these threats.