Moldovans voted in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. The defeated pro-Russian party has called for a protest against the results.
Moldovans voted in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. The defeated pro-Russian party has called for aThe parliamentary vote in Moldova could be crucial for the future of the former Soviet republic, which is striving to become an EU member
What you need to know
Moldova had the choice between pro-EU and pro-Russia parties
With more than 99.5% of ballots counted, the pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity has won just over half of the votes, while the pro-Russia Patriotic Bloc came in second with 24.26%
President Maia Sandu accused Russia of ‘massive interference’ after casting her ballot
Rival Igor Dodon meanwhile claimed meddling came from the West, and has called for a protest on Monday
Two Russia-friendly parties were disqualified ahead of the vote
Read below for a roundup of the latest news, analyses and videos on Moldova‘s parliamentary election-DW
