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Moldova is making strides towards European Union membership, aiming to finalize accession talks by 2027. Security alliances with Ukraine and Romania play a critical role in safeguarding Moldova against emerging threats. Recent instances of Russian drone activity and political interference highlight the persistent regional tensions. Moldova has expelled Russian diplomats and condemned airspace violations, reinforcing its commitment to European integration. As Ukraine and Moldova work together on mutual document recognition and European integration, there are concerns that geopolitical dynamics and external interference, particularly from Russia, could impact their EU paths. Despite challenges, Moldova remains committed to a peaceful future aligned with European values.

What is the timeline for Moldova's accession to the EU?

Moldova aims to conclude its accession talks with the European Union by the end of 2027, after which EU member states will begin the ratification process. This strategic timeline is part of Moldova's efforts to integrate into the European community and strengthen its geopolitical standing.

How is Moldova strengthening its security amid rising tensions?

Moldova is enhancing its national security through strategic alliances with neighboring countries like Ukraine and Romania. These partnerships are vital in addressing regional threats, particularly in light of increased Russian provocations and drone activity within Moldovan airspace.

What actions has Moldova taken against Russian diplomatic presence?

In response to various provocations, including airspace violations and electoral interference, the Moldovan government has taken decisive action by expelling three Russian diplomats and issuing notes of protest. These measures aim to assert Moldova's sovereignty and align with its European integration goals.

Is there a risk of Moldova being targeted by Russia?

Security experts and political leaders, including those from the EU, have expressed concerns that Moldova could be susceptible to Russian military actions if the situation in Ukraine deteriorates. This has heightened the urgency for regional stability and international support for Moldova's defense capabilities.

How does Moldova's progress towards EU accession compare with Ukraine's?

While both Moldova and Ukraine are pursuing EU membership, Moldova's negotiations might advance more swiftly due to geopolitical nuances and blockades affecting Ukraine's progress. The countries' mutual recognition of educational documents exemplifies their collaborative spirit despite differing speeds in the EU integration process.

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Sandu on Moldova’s accession to the EU Moldova can finalize EU accession talks byend of 2027 - Sandu Moldova may complete negotiations on joining the European Union by the end of 2027, after which the ratification phase of the agreement by EU member states will begin. 485 6 Previously in trend: Moldova entrance to the EU

Ukraine, EU European Commission commented on possibility of separating Ukraine and Moldova on their path to EU membership: We do not demand this The European Commission does not demand or initiate a decision to separate the EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova. 7 081 3 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU

diploma Ukraine and Moldova will mutually recognize documents on education and academic degrees The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a resolution "On Approval of the Agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Moldova on Mutual Recognition of Documents on Education and Academic Degrees." 360 9 Previously in trend: Cyberattacks by the Russian Federation

Moldova Moldova may overtake Ukraine in EU accession due to blocking by Hungary - media If Hungary continues to block the opening of negotiation clusters in the process of Ukraine's accession to the EU, Moldova, which started negotiations simultaneously with Ukraine, may be the first to open Cluster 1 of the "Fundamentals". 1 088 9 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU

Maia Sandu Alliances with Ukraine and Romania guarantee Moldova’s security - Sandu Moldova's strong partnership with Ukraine, Romania, and other countries that adhere to international law is a key factor in ensuring the country's security. 665 9 Previously in trend: Relations between Ukraine and Moldova

Moldova,Russia Moldova expels three Russian diplomats from country The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Moldova has announced the expulsion of three employees of the Russian Embassy from the country. 1 659 8

Emmanuel Macron on the war in Ukraine If Putin is not stopped, he may attack Moldova and possibly Romania - Macron If he is not stopped in Ukraine, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin may try to invade Moldova and Romania. 4 470 44 Previously in trend: Macron’s statement after the Trump-Zelenskyy argument

Russian drones spotted in Moldova and Romania Wreckage of Russian drones found again in Romania and Moldova - Reuters The wreckage of a Russian UAV with explosives was found on the territory of Romania near the border with Moldova, which the Ministry of Defense detonated on the spot. 957 6 Previously in trend: Wreckage of a Russian drone in Moldova and Romania

Moldova,Ukraine Ukraine and Moldova sign memorandum of cooperation in field of European integration Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine Olha Stefanishyna and her Moldovan counterpart Cristina Gherasimov have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of European integration. 412 4

Drones in Moldova Two Russian drones spotted in southern Moldova. PHOTOS On the morning of 13 February, two drones were spotted in southern Moldova. One of them exploded in a field. 1 633 2

Shaheds are recorded in the airspace Drone was discovered near border with Ukraine in Moldova On Wednesday, February 12, an unknown drone was discovered in Moldova. The drone was found near the border with Ukraine. 736 1

A drone flies into the territory of Moldova UAV violated Moldova’s airspace at night - Defense Ministry The Moldovan Ministry of Defense reported that on the night of February 3, 2025, it spotted a drone that violated the country's airspace. 365 2 Previously in trend: War

President of Moldova Maya Sandu 2025 should bring just peace with strong security guarantees for Ukraine - Sandu Moldova and Ukraine share a common vision of a just peace, which involves not only ending Russia's war against Ukraine but also preventing aggression in the future. 921 10

Zelenskyy meets with Sandu Zelenskyy met with Sandu: Absence of crises in Moldova is our security as well. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a meeting with President of Moldova Maia Sandu, who arrived in Kyiv on 25 January. 2 263 11

Ukraine Calls on NATO to Decide on Invitation to Join Our national interest is to become part of EU together with Moldova, - Sybiha Ukraine's national interest is to join the European Union together with Moldova. 707 10

11 men detained in Odessa region who wanted to flee to Moldova $10,000 for online navigation: 11 men who wanted to flee to Moldova were detained in Odesa region - State Border Service of Ukraine. PHOTO On the night of 11 January, border guards stopped a car filled to the brim with men in the Odesa region. The driver and 10 passengers were planning to illegally cross the border into Moldova. 2 000 40

Transit of Russian gas has been stopped Ukraine has stopped transit of Russian gas - Ministry of Energy At 07:00 a.m. on 1 January 2025, for the sake of national security, the transportation of Russian natural gas through the territory of Ukraine was stopped. 13 516 61

Moldova summons Russian ambassador Russia wants to take control of Moldova’s parliament in 2025, - Musteata, director of intelligence service During the 2025 elections in Moldova, Russia will try to gain control of the country's parliament. 1 845 7

Two fugitives and their smugglers detained in Odesa region SBGS: Two fugitives and their smugglers detained in Odesa region on their way to Moldova. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Odesa region, border guards foiled an attempt to illegally cross the border with Moldova. 2 099 12 Previously in trend: War

Wreckage of drone found in Moldova on December 3 New drone wreckage found in Moldova. PHOTO Today, on 3 December, the wreckage of a drone was found in the Orhei district of Moldova. 1 030 1

Молдова не має систем, щоб виявляти БПЛА Moldova’s existing radars cannot detect drones - Defense Minister Nosatîi Moldovan Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi said that the country's existing radars cannot detect drones that violate airspace. 1 428 13 Previously in trend: War

Ще один дрон знайшли у Кишиневі Drone found near shopping center in Chisinau. PHOTO On 19 November, another drone was spotted in Moldova, this time in Chisinau. 6 678 5 Previously in trend: War

Попшой Moldovan Foreign Minister Popschoi confirms that Russian drones and missiles violated country’s airspace. VIDEO On the morning of Sunday, 17 November, during Russia's combined attack on Ukraine, Russian missiles and drones violated Moldova's airspace. 2 603 18

Прем’єр Молдови прокоментував падіння російських дронів на території країни Moldovan Prime Minister Recean on downing of Russian drones: We are at risk as long as war in Ukraine continues Commenting on the downing of Russian drones in Moldova, Prime Minister Dorin Recean said that it is necessary to strengthen defense capabilities. 463 15 Previously in trend: War

На території Молдови 12 листопада виявили ще один дрон Drone was found in Moldova again: it’s third in 3 days. PHOTO On 12 November, an unidentified drone was spotted in Moldova near the village of Cosernita. This is the third such incident in three days. 3 193 10

Молдова вручила послу РФ ноту протесту Moldova hands Russian ambassador note of protest over election interference and Russian drones The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs handed Russian Ambassador to Chisinau Oleg Ozerov a note of protest over Russian interference in the elections and two Russian drones whose wreckage was found in Kaushan and Rishkan districts. 612 4

Молдова Because of election interference and downing of drones: Moldova summons Russian ambassador to deliver note of protest The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Moldova has summoned Russian Ambassador Oleg Ozerov after two Russian drones crashed in the country. 637 7

Попшой Russian drones endangered lives of Moldovan citizens, - Moldovan Foreign Minister Popschiu The Moldovan Foreign Ministry condemned the violation of the country's airspace by two Russian drones on Sunday, November 10. 3 683 5

дрон, уламки Second drone found in Moldova in one day, first one was Russian "Shahed" On Sunday, November 10, a drone was found in northern Moldova after a massive Russian drone attack against Ukraine. This is the second drone found in the country in a day. 4 642 13

дрон, Молдова Drone was found in Moldova after Russia’s attack on Ukraine. PHOTO On the morning of Sunday, 10 November, a drone was found in the Kausha district of Moldova. It crashed on the outskirts of one of the villages. 4 105 27

У Кремлі заявили, що Санду не є президенткою Молдови Peskov: Sandu is not president of Moldova The Kremlin will not recognize Maia Sandu as president of Moldova after the elections. 32 004 155

Санду перемогла на виборах у Молдові Vote count has been completed in Moldova: Sandu wins with 55.3% of vote In Moldova, 100% of the votes in the second round of presidential elections have been counted. Incumbent President Maia Sandu won the election. 5 334 59

санду Sandu wins almost 56% of vote in Moldova’s elections, over 98% of protocols processed Maia Sandu is likely to win the presidential election in Moldova. Results from 98% of polling stations have been counted. 23 690 123

Молдова, вибори Authorities of Moldova announced massive Russian interference in second round of presidential elections The Moldovan authorities claim that Russia is massively interfering in the second round of the presidential election, which is taking place on Sunday, November 3. 10 138 110

Вибори у Молдові Today is second round of presidential elections in Moldova Today, November 3, 2024, the second round of the presidential election is taking place in Moldova. 2 928 27

Автобус Moldovan citizens from Russia are brought to Moldova by free buses to participate in elections - media About 150 Moldovan citizens were brought from Russia to the second round of the presidential election in Moldova, which will take place on Sunday, November 3. 5 955 19

Зеленський заявив, що РФ перемогла у Грузії We must admit that Russia has won in Georgia today - Zelenskyy The head of state said this in an interview with representatives of the leading media of the Northern European countries, Censor.NET reports. 4 456 54 Previously in trend: War

Науседа про гібридні атаки РФ Russian Federation has intensified its hybrid attacks, as evidenced by events in Moldova and Georgia - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said that Russia has stepped up its hybrid attacks in the EU's neighborhood, 642 8

Стояногло Sandu’s opponent Stoianoglo says he supports Ukraine in war against Russia and plans to strengthen relations with Kyiv if he wins election During the debate before the second round of the election, presidential candidate from the Socialist Party of Moldova, Alexandr Stoianoglo, said he supports Ukraine in its opposition to full-scale Russian aggression. He said that if he becomes president, he plans to strengthen relations with Kyiv. 6 605 39

Молдова In Moldova, EU supporters win referendum with margin of over 13 thousand votes Supporters of the European Union won the referendum in Moldova by a margin of more than 13 thousand votes. 9 211 66

Туск про референдум у Молдові Moldova’s referendum results angered Moscow and shocked Europe, - Tusk Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the results of the vote and referendum in Moldova "angered Moscow and shocked Europe." 14 108 17

У ЄС прокоментували результати виборів у Молдові Voting in Moldova took place with unprecedented interference and intimidation of Russia and its proxies - Stano The European Union has not yet officially commented on the results of the referendum and the first round of the presidential election in Moldova, but reminds that the election campaign took place in the context of unprecedented interference by Russia and its proxies. 4 338 9

Через телеграм-канал отримали вказівки про перетин кордону Border guards detained 19 men trying to get to Moldova following instructions from telegram channel Border guards of the Podil detachment during the implementation of operational information detained two groups of violators near the border with Moldova, one of them consisted of 8 and the other of 11 men. 2 195 16

У Молдові виявили уламки снаряда Shell fragments found in Moldova near border with Ukraine. PHOTO Shell fragments were found in northern Moldova, 4 km from the border with Ukraine. 1 591 2

14 ухилянтів намагалися потрапити до Молдови 14 evaders, divided into small groups, tried to get to Moldova - State Border Guard Service. VIDEO 14 men of military age tried to illegally cross the border with Moldova, dividing into small groups. 2 630 21

російський солдат на блокпосту у Молдові Moldovan citizen turned up at full volume of "Oh, there’s red viburnum in meadow" for Russian "peacekeepers": "This is how you should pass this motherfucking Transnistrian checkpoint". VIDEO A Moldovan citizen, passing by a checkpoint of Russian "peacekeepers", turned on the Ukrainian song "Oh, in the meadow there is a red viburnum" at full volume for the Russians. 27 312 77

Бербок попередила про наміри Путіна на Молдову If Ukraine falls, Moldova will be next target of Russia’s attack - Baerbock German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said that support for Ukraine is a guarantee of the survival of neighbouring Moldova. If Kyiv falls, Chisinau will be next in line for a Russian attack. 3 012 47 Previously in trend: War

РФ готує провокації на виборах у Молдові Russia is preparing series of provocations during elections in Moldova - source Russian special services are preparing an operation to influence the outcome of the presidential election in Moldova. 1 303 1