Moldovan President Leads Security Council Against Russian Election Interference

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has convened the Supreme Security Council to address concerns over foreign interference and disinformation targeting the country's parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28, 2025. Sandu highlighted electoral corruption and illegal external financing from Russia as major threats, warning that Moscow seeks to control Moldova through unprecedented election interference. The Security Council meeting will focus on combating information manipulation and safeguarding the democratic process amid rising tensions between pro-European and pro-Russian political forces. Following the meeting, Sandu held a press conference to emphasize the importance of protecting Moldova's sovereignty and electoral integrity. Recent actions include the Central Election Commission's denial of registration to a pro-Russian bloc and the European Union's approval of sanctions against pro-Kremlin individuals and entities accused of destabilizing Moldova. These developments underscore the broader geopolitical struggle over Moldova's future direction, particularly its aspirations for European Union integration.