Russia Campaigned to Derail Moldova’s Pro-Western Government

Russia campaigned to undermine Moldova’s pro-Western government, according to multiple analyses and reporting around Moldovan elections. The efforts described include information operations, political pressure, and alleged attempts to derail the country’s EU integration path. With Moldova’s strategic position between Ukraine and Romania, Russian influence is seen as a long-running priority by Moscow, including leveraging the breakaway region of Transnistria. Authorities and officials have frequently accused Russia of hybrid tactics while Russia denies meddling.