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Moldova's Razor-Thin EU 'Yes' Vote Puts President Sandu In A Tight Spot
While the "yes" vote in Moldova's EU referendum clears the way for the country's path to the bloc, the slim margin of the win is not going to make things easy for pro-EU President Maia Sandu.
Moldova narrowly votes for EU membership amid fraud claims
A referendum on Moldova joining the EU passed with a razor-thin majority on Monday as pro-Brussels President Maia Sandu blamed the outcome on foreign meddling in a veiled reference to
Maia Sandu, Moldova’s president, dares to stand up to Russia
She cites as her favourite book “A Fish in the Water” by Mario Vargas Llosa, a liberal-minded Nobel prizewinner who failed in a bid to become Peru’s president. So far Ms Sandu, despite Russia’s best efforts, has been no loser. ■
Moldova: Sandu heads for likely runoff, EU referendum narrowly rejected
With nearly 98% of the votes counted in Moldova's Oct. 20 presidential election and referendum on joining the European Union, incumbent President Maia Sandu is leading with 41.84% of the vote, according to the Moldovan Central Election Commission (CEC) as of 07:30 EET Oct.
Pro-European President Maia Sandu: a force for change in Moldova
For many Moldovans, President Maia Sandu has become a symbol of change as she seeks to chart a new pro-European path for the former Soviet Republic. Since Moscow invaded Moldova's neighbor Ukraine, Sandu has lobbied for the West to support her country and hear its concerns that it could be the Kremlin's next target.
Early results give Moldova’s Sandu small lead on rival in presidential election, 57% voted ‘no’ in EU referendum
Polls show pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu has a comfortable lead over her 10 rivals on the ballot, though the race will go to a Nov. 3 runoff if she fails to reach the 50 per cent threshold to win o
Moldova EU vote 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 Maia Sandu blamed "criminal groups working together with
'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 vote, electoral data shows
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.
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Moldova election: Maia Sandu wins first round but suffers EU setback
President Maia Sandu secured a victory in the first round of Moldova’s presidential election, but suffered a blow as an ...
Moldova's Maia Sandu Blames 'Unprecedented Assault On Democracy' For Vote Results
Moldova's pro-EU President Maia Sandu blamed an "unprecedented assault on our country’s freedom and democracy" after partial election results on Sunday showed a majority of Moldovans choosing "no" in ...
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Moldovan Elections: Sandu Faces Unexpected Challenges
Preliminary results from Moldova's vote highlight possible setbacks for President Maia Sandu as she narrowly leads her opponent, Alexandr Stolianoglo, amid controversial electoral interference claims.
Ukraine-Russia live: Putin’s firefighters hurt in drone strike on major explosives factory deep inside Russia
Russia launched major air strikes on Ukraine overnight, targeting Kyiv and the western region of Lviv. At least 17 have been injured, including a rescue worker in the city of Kryvyi Rih in the eastern ...
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 ...
Russian cash-for-votes flows into Moldova as nation heads to polls
Sunday's presidential election is seen as a vote on whether the country looks east to Russia or west to the EU.