Moldova president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy as EU vote too close to call

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter, Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free. Moldova’s President Maia Sandu faces a close referendum on EU membership amid intense Russian interference, with preliminary results showing 53% of voters opposing joining the EU. Sandu, who failed to secure enough votes in a concurrent presidential race, accuses criminal groups and foreign forces of attempting to sway the dual vote, with a second round against pro-Russian candidate Alexandr Stoianoglo looming next month.

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