Moldova Votes for EU Integration Amid Russian Interference Allegations

A narrow majority of Moldovan voters support constitutional amendments for EU membership, despite claims of Russian meddling.

• The referendum saw 50.45% of Moldovans voting in favor of EU integration, just surpassing the required threshold.
• President Maia Sandu accused foreign groups of attempting to buy votes to sway the referendum toward a pro-Russian outcome.
• The Moldovan diaspora, particularly in the EU, played a crucial role in tipping the vote toward European integration.
• The Russian government has denied interference allegations, demanding evidence from Moldova's leadership.
• The referendum results must still be confirmed by Moldova's Constitutional Court, with the potential for legal challenges.

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