Moldova Monitors the Crisis in Transnistria Ahead of Elections

• The President of Moldova claims that Russia may use the crisis in Transnistria to destabilize the situation ahead of the elections.
• The situation in the region remains tense, and Moldova is preparing for possible threats from Russia.
• Moldova is taking measures to ensure fair elections, despite the possibility of bribery and blackmail from Moscow.

This was reported by Ukrayinska Pravda, Ukrinform.

The Crisis Situation in Transnistria

The President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, believes that Russia may provoke an escalation of the situation in Russian-backed Transnistria to destabilize Moldova ahead of the parliamentary elections this autumn. She stated this during an interview on the Moldovan television channel PRO TV.

Possible Actions by Russia

Sandu noted that Russia has exploited the population of Transnistria for years and may provoke an even greater crisis if it serves its plans in Moldova. She expects the crisis to deepen in the coming months.

Impact on Elections

The President also expressed the opinion that Russia may not only bribe voters on the left bank of the Dniester but also blackmail the population by deliberately provoking instability in the region. "Moscow may promise assistance in exchange for votes on the right bank," she added.

Preparation for Elections

Sandu assured that the relevant state authorities are assessing the risks and taking all possible measures to ensure free and fair elections. "We will do everything possible to make the elections genuine," emphasized the president.

The Situation in Transnistria

She also highlighted that the situation in Transnistria remains unstable. Chișinău is ready to support the population of the left bank, but first, the Moldovan authorities must address the "main issue - the withdrawal of Russian troops."

Background Facts

• The Prime Minister of Moldova, Dorin Recean, stated that Russia plans to deploy 10,000 troops in the separatist Transnistria.
• Sandu also reported that she has "certain information" about Russia's preparations to expand its military contingent in Transnistria.

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