Moldova’s Pro-Europe Victory Masks Rising Threats from Kremlin Interference

Moldova's recent parliamentary elections delivered a seemingly decisive victory to the pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), securing nearly 48% of the vote and a parliamentary majority to continue its push toward European Union integration. However, beneath this surface triumph lies a deeper struggle that underscores the ongoing geopolitical tug-of-war between Western aspirations and Russian interference—a conflict with direct implications for American national security. Can Moldova's European Course Withstand Kremlin Disruption? The PAS victory is more than just a domestic political win; it represents a critical pivot toward strengthening democratic alliances on Russia's western doorstep. As Washington prioritizes bolstering...