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Transnistria Faces Energy Crisis Amid Russian Gas Cut

1/7/2025

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Transnistria is grappling with a dire energy crisis as Russia cut off gas supplies on January 1, blaming Moldova's unpaid debts. This has plunged the region into darkness and left residents shivering without heat, resorting to makeshift solutions. Moldova's Prime Minister has condemned Russia's actions as a ploy to sow chaos ahead of crucial elections.

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Transnistria is grappling with a dire energy crisis as Russia cut off gas supplies on January 1, blaming Moldova's unpaid debts. This has plunged the region into darkness and left residents shivering without heat, resorting to makeshift solutions. Moldova's Prime Minister has condemned Russia's actions as a ploy to sow chaos ahead of crucial elections.