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Moldova Finalizes Exit from Russia-led Commonwealth, Faces Opposition

1/20/2026

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Mihai Popsoi, Moldova's Foreign Minister, confirmed that Moldova is finalizing its withdrawal from the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States.
Maia Sandu, President of Moldova, re-elected in 2024, supports potential reunification with Romania.
Moldova has not engaged in CIS activities since 2023.
Popsoi stated that the denunciation of the three foundational agreements will legally complete Moldova's withdrawal.
Igor Dodon leads the pro-Russian opposition, which criticized the withdrawal as "unacceptable."

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Mihai Popsoi, Moldova's Foreign Minister, confirmed that Moldova is finalizing its withdrawal from the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States.
Maia Sandu, President of Moldova, re-elected in 2024, supports potential reunification with Romania.
Moldova has not engaged in CIS activities since 2023.
Popsoi stated that the denunciation of the three foundational agreements will legally complete Moldova's withdrawal.
Igor Dodon leads the pro-Russian opposition, which criticized the withdrawal as "unacceptable."