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Dorin Recean

Prime Minister of Moldova, Government of Moldova

2 articles · 27 September 2025 to 29 September 2025

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Declared Moldovans' freedom 'cannot be bought' and warned of societal divisions caused by Russian interference.
Described the election as a final battle for the country and said Russia is spending more than 1% of Moldova's GDP on propaganda and false messages.

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Moldova's pro-EU party wins parliamentary majority despite Russian interference campaign

PAS secures 50.16% of the vote and 55 seats, defying pre-election polls that predicted a tight race, while diaspora voters deliver 17.5% of ballots amid bomb scares and alleged vote-buying operations.

Clara Devereux29 September 20257 min read

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Moldova votes under shadow of unprecedented Russian interference campaign

Police say Moscow is spending more than $300 million, over three times last year's outlay, on vote-buying, disinformation and a foiled plot to train men for violent unrest before Sunday's parliamentary election.

Clara Devereux27 September 20259 min read

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