Moldova Says Russia Backing Sabotage Efforts Ahead of Vote
- Gherasimov cites disinformation, disruption campaign
- Sunday’s referendum to join EU will determine Moldova’s future
A sign on a road, financed by the European Union, outside Comrat, Moldova.
Photographer: Andrei Pungovschi/BloombergMoldova’s chief negotiator in talks to join the European Union said Russia has pumped about €100 million ($108 million) into an effort to thwart a crucial election Sunday through disinformation and destabilization operations and payments to voters.
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