Moldova, referendum and European Union
Moldova's EU referendum goes to wire after Sandu decries vote meddling
A knife-edge majority of 50.17% voted "yes" in Moldova's pivotal referendum on joining the European Union, nearly final results showed on Monday, after President Maia Sandu said Sunday's twin votes had been marred by "unprecedented" outside interference.
Moldova's EU referendum hangs in balance with results neck and neck
Sunday's vote sees Moldovans facing a choice between pushing on with EU membership or keeping close ties to Russia.
Moldova’s EU Referendum Hangs by a Thread in Unexpected Setback
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Moldova EU Referendum Hangs In The Balance
A referendum on Moldova joining the EU hung in the balance early Monday with almost all votes counted, as President Maia Sandu blamed an "unprecedented assault on our country's freedom and democracy" in a vote marred by fears of Russian meddling amid the war in neighbouring Ukraine.
Moldova's EU Referendum: A Tug-of-War Between East and West
Moldova's referendum on EU aspirations saw 50% voting 'yes', moving towards joining the EU despite Russian pressure. Incumbent president Maia Sandu, who led the pro-EU campaign, will face a run-off election.
Moldova holds presidential election, EU membership referendum
Moldova's incumbent President and presidential candidate Maia Sandu stands in front of members of a local electoral commission at a polling station, as the country holds a presidential election and a referendum on joining the European Union, in Chisinau, Moldova Oct 20, 2024. [Photo/Agencies]
Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and EU referendum
Moldovans will vote for a new president and on a constitutional amendment regarding its path to the EU. Both votes will take place amid accusations of Russian meddling, vote buying and disinformation.
Moldova's Sandu decries 'unprecedented' meddling as EU referendum goes to wire
The run-up was overshadowed by Moldovan allegations of election meddling by fugitive tycoon Ilan Shor who lives in Russia. Moscow has denied interfering, while Shor denies wrongdoing.
Moldova Votes in Election, EU Referendum in Shadow of Alleged Russian Meddling
Moldovans vote on Sunday in a presidential election and EU referendum at a pivotal moment that could bolster the small agricultural economy's drive to join the European Union, after allegations of Russian election meddling.
US works to counter Russian interference in Moldovan elections
Multiple U.S. agencies are supporting the Moldovan government in defending against cyberattacks and disinformation from Russia aimed at interfering in Moldovan elections this weekend.
Moldova holds key polls on EU future amid fears of Russian meddling
Moldovans vote on Sunday in a presidential election and a referendum on joining the European Union, with fears of Russian meddling in the two key electoral tests amid the war in neighbouring Ukraine.
‘Yes’ vote looks set to narrowly pass to enshrine Moldova’s path toward the EU
Moldovans in favor of securing the country’s path towards European Union membership have a razor-thin lead in a referendum ...
Moldova EU referendum too close to call, president blames ‘foreign interference’
A referendum on Moldova joining the EU was too close to call early Monday with almost all votes counted, as pro-EU President ...
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Moldova president blames interference for potential EU referendum loss
Moldova's pro-EU President Maia Sandu blamed an "unprecedented assault on our country's freedom and democracy" after partial ...
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Moldova faces ‘existential’ EU vote in face of Russian interference
Moldova’s gravitation toward the West has increased in recent years, with the war in Ukraine raging just across the border. Officials warn that Russian intelligence is actively trying to disrupt the ...
Moldovans Cast Votes to Choose President and Decide on EU Path as Russian Interference Claims Spike
On Thursday, Moldovan authorities foiled another plot in which more than 100 young Moldovans received training in Moscow from ...