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Moldova Ends Cultural Deal with Russia, Sparks Controversy

11/6/2025

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Moldova's government on November 5, 2025 approved a bill canceling a 1998 agreement with Russia on cultural centers.
The bill aims to close the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chisinau.
Culture Minister Cristian Jardan criticized the move as undermining Moldova's sovereignty.
The Kremlin condemned the decision, and spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret.
The pro-Russian opposition labeled the bill Russophobic, straining relations.

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Moldova's government on November 5, 2025 approved a bill canceling a 1998 agreement with Russia on cultural centers.
The bill aims to close the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chisinau.
Culture Minister Cristian Jardan criticized the move as undermining Moldova's sovereignty.
The Kremlin condemned the decision, and spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret.
The pro-Russian opposition labeled the bill Russophobic, straining relations.