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Moldovans go to polls to decide whether future lies with Russia or the west

Presidential election and EU referendum take place amid concerns over interference from Moscow

The Guardian - UK

As war rages in neighbouring Ukraine, Moldova readies for two crucial votes

Moldovans will head to the polls on Sunday for a presidential election and referendum on EU ascension.

Al Jazeera

With Record Production, Moldova Plum Farmers Hail EU Integration

In a warehouse north of Moldova's capital, farmer Stefan Bitlan inspects boxes of plums soon heading to Germany as he has turned to exporting to the EU rather than Russia.

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Moldova votes on whether to join EU as Russia intensifies vast disinformation campaign

Moldova is emerging as a major strategic battleground in a fierce competition between Russia and the west. A Kremlin-backed disinformation campaign has intensified over the last few months, in the run-up to Moldova’s presidential elections.

The Conversation

‘Russia’s dirty money will hijack our democratic process’: how tiny Moldova fears Kremlin is fixing EU referendum

Officials believe €100m has been funnelled into the country to influence the pivotal vote and the presidential election

The Guardian - UK

Andrei Nastase was targeted by Russian mafia for exposing corruption. Now he aims to bring Moldova into the EU

The former deputy prime minister is running for the country’s presidency, writes Kim Sengupta in Chisinau. He knows support from the West against the Kremlin will be vital

The Independent UK

Emmanuel Macron's Political Future Hangs In The Balance

Emmanuel Macron's presidency in France: economic reforms, protests, and political challenges with uncertain implications for the country's future.

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French Citizen Arrested In Russia For Espionage Activities

French citizen arrested in Russia for collecting military data without registration, amid tensions over Ukraine. Recent surge in espionage-related arrests.

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Blinken To Support Moldova's Western Hopes Against Russia

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Moldova on Wednesday with plans to show robust support for the frontline country's Western aspirations amid alarm over Russian gains elsewhere.

International Business Times

Emmanuel Macron Visits Berlin For Historic State Visit

French President Macron's state visit to Berlin highlights unity, peace, and sports between France and Germany, ahead of the EU elections.

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Moldova expels Russian diplomat over polling stations in Transnistria

The unnamed diplomat is expelled in protest against the opening of six polling stations in the breakaway region.

Al Jazeera

Moldova's EU membership hinges on resisting influence of pro-Russian oligarchs

Ever since the fall of the Soviet Union, the Republic of Moldova, a small country between Romania and Ukraine, has been grappling with the influence of oligarchs – rich businessmen with close links to power. Often pro-Russian and backed by the Kremlin, the main oligarchs have been convicted by Moldovan…

France 24

French President Emmanuel Macron And Wife Brigitte's Enduring Love Story

Explore the unique love story of French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, characterized by mutual respect and support despite a significant ...

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Moldova Battles For Soul Of Pro-Russian Gagauzia

Language teacher Sorina Stoianova has found herself at the forefront of Moldova's efforts to counter Russian influence in its rebel Gagauzia region, which borders Ukraine.

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France says it will support Moldova amid fears of Russian destabilisation

President Emmanuel Macron has stressed France's "unwavering support" for Moldova as tensions mount between Chisinau and pro-Russian separatists. Moldova's pro-EU government fears that the breakaway region of Transnistria, on the border with Ukraine, could become the region's next flashpoint.

International Business Times

'No Limits' To Ukraine Support, Macron Tells Party Leaders

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said France would not rule out any option to support Ukraine two years into Russia's invasion, leaders of several major French political parties said.

France 24

France pledges 'unwavering support' to Moldova amid threats of Russian destablisation

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday stated his country’s “unwavering support” for Moldova as tensions mount between Chisinau and pro-Russian separatists.

WEKU

Cameo is being used for political propaganda — by tricking the stars involved

Lindsay Lohan and other celebrities were tricked into calling for the ouster of Moldova's president. It's the latest example of the Cameo app being used for an apparent political propaganda operation.

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International Business Times

Surprise As Moldova's Pro-EU Foreign Minister Steps Down

Moldova's Foreign Minister Nicu Popescu stepped down in a surprise move Wednesday after helping steer the former Soviet republic towards EU membership.

International Business Times

Moldova's Pro-EU President To Seek Second Term

Moldovan President Maia Sandu on Sunday said she would seek a second term next year as she looks to steer the former Soviet republic to EU membership.

France 24

Moldova and Georgia celebrate opened EU membership talks

Moldova and Georgia celebrated after European Union leaders buoyed their aspirations to join the 27 member nation bloc by removing key hurdles on their long path toward membership.

Evening Standard

EU to open membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova

Volodymyr Zelensky hailed it as a victory for Ukraine and for Europe

The Guardian - UK

Dog bites, animal fights, and getting Spotify cancelled – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Independent UK

Moldova's first dog nips Austrian president on the hand during official visit

Austrian President Alexander van der Bellen has had an unusual encounter during an official visit to Moldova when the country’s first dog, a rescue belonging to Moldovan President Maia Sandu, bit him on the hand

Evening Standard

Lord Cameron's new title revealed as he prepares for upper house debut

The new peer will be introduced in the Lords on Monday

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