Calay News
Since Moldova accused Russia of wanting to destabilize the country through the pro-Russian opposition, the tension between the two countries has increased. Moldovan Foreign Minister Niku Popescu has asked the EU to impose sanctions on the country’s oligarchs accused of supporting the Kremlin in this alleged plan. Russia-friendly Moldovan political formations marched through the streets of Chisinau on Sunday to protest against the Moldovan government. These groups are led by oligarchs Ilan Shor and Vlad Plahotniuc, both fugitives after being convicted of fraud, and according to the Moldovan government, are part of a “hybrid war” launched by Russia against Moldova.
The Moldovan Foreign Minister has warned through a radio message about the need to include these oligarchs, who are trusted by Moscow, in the EU sanctions list. As the head of Moldovan diplomacy stated during his visit to Brussels, his country has been facing such situations since last year.
Tensions between Moldova and Russia are not new, as Moldova has traditionally been a country of Russian influence and has maintained a close relationship with Moscow. However, since Moldova signed an association agreement with the EU in 2014, relations have cooled, and Russia has used its influence in the country to try to undermine Moldova’s stability and independence. The pro-Russian opposition in Moldova has faced accusations of being funded by Russia and attempting to overthrow the Moldovan government.
The call for sanctions against Moldovan oligarchs is an important measure aimed at limiting Russian influence in Moldova and ensuring the country’s stability and independence. The EU has expressed its support for Moldova and has indicated that it is ready to impose sanctions if necessary. The situation remains tense, and it is necessary to continue to closely monitor the situation in Moldova and its relationship with Russia.
