Author: Presented by Michael Safi with Pjotr Sauer; produced by George McDonagh and Rudi Zygadlo; executive producer Elizabeth Cassin

Moldova recently held a referendum where 50.46% of voters supported the country’s bid to join the EU. The referendum aimed to change the constitution to prioritize EU integration. However, the campaign faced allegations of Russian interference, ranging from misinformation to vote-buying. The Moldovan government accused Moscow of trying to sway public opinion against EU alignment. As a result, concerns are raised about the impact of such interference on Moldova’s future trajectory. Despite a razor-thin majority supporting EU integration, the referendum’s outcome holds significant implications for the country’s geopolitical stance in the region. The close result has sparked debates about Moldova’s…