"Moldovans voted in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. Follow DW for more. The parliamentary vote in Moldova could be crucial for the future of the former Soviet republic, which is striving to become an EU memberImage: STR/NurPhoto/IMAGO Skip next section What you need to know Polls close in Moldova Moldova is choosing between pro-EU and pro-Russia parties President Maia Sandu accuses Russia of 'massive interference' after casting her ballot"
"Polling stations have closed for Moldova's high-stakes parliamentary elections, which are crucial for the country's political future. Although exit polls were not conducted, preliminary results are expected later today. The Central Electoral Commission reported that more than 1.59 million people had cast their ballots by 9 p.m. local time (18:00 GMT), accounting for approximately 51.9% of eligible voters. This figure includes the 264,000 Moldovans who voted at polling stations set up abroad. These stations will remain open until 7 p.m. local time."
Moldova held a high-stakes parliamentary election that will influence the country's trajectory toward the European Union or closer ties with Russia. Early counts showed the ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) with 40% of ballots and the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc with 31.5%, based on 28% of votes counted. More than 1.59 million people, roughly 51.9% of eligible voters, had voted by 9 p.m., including 264,000 abroad. Polling stations closed domestically while some foreign stations remained open. President Maia Sandu alleged Russian interference, rival Igor Dodon blamed the West, and two Russia-friendly parties were disqualified.
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