Moldova's Foreign Ministry announced the expulsion of a Russian diplomat, declaring him persona non grata, following the arrest of two officials suspected of treason and conspiracy related to Russian espionage. The detained individuals are accused of providing sensitive information to the Russian embassy's deputy defense attache in Chisinau. In response, Russian Ambassador Oleg Vasnetsov criticized the expulsion as an unfriendly act, claiming no evidence had been presented to justify such a decision. The situation escalated after searches were conducted in Moldova's parliament, aimed at uncovering espionage activities allegedly linked to Russia. These developments underscore the deteriorating relations between Moldova and Russia, particularly as Moldova aligns more closely with European interests. The Moldovan government has condemned Moscow's actions amid ongoing tensions in the region.