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Transnistria Faces Blackouts Amid Gas Supply Crisis

1/5/2025

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Transnistria, a pro-Russian enclave in Moldova, is grappling with severe blackouts as Russian gas supplies via Ukraine have been cut off. With winter's chill setting in, the region's leader has urged residents to turn to firewood for warmth. Moldova accuses Russia of weaponizing gas, while the Kremlin refutes these claims, intensifying the political turmoil ahead of upcoming elections.

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Transnistria, a pro-Russian enclave in Moldova, is grappling with severe blackouts as Russian gas supplies via Ukraine have been cut off. With winter's chill setting in, the region's leader has urged residents to turn to firewood for warmth. Moldova accuses Russia of weaponizing gas, while the Kremlin refutes these claims, intensifying the political turmoil ahead of upcoming elections.