Moldovan PM Recean Cautions on Enduring Russian Influence After Pro-EU Election Victory

Prime Minister Recean Issues Post-Election Warning

Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean cautioned on October 1, 2025, that Russia would not 'simply leave us alone' following the country's recent parliamentary elections, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance. His statement came just three days after the pro-European ruling party secured a decisive victory, a result seen as a reaffirmation of Moldova's westward trajectory.

Parliamentary Elections Affirm Pro-European Path

The parliamentary elections, held on September 28, 2025, saw the ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), led by President Maia Sandu, win a clear majority. With 50.03% of the vote, PAS secured 55 out of 101 seats in the parliament, surpassing pre-election predictions that suggested a tighter race. The election was widely considered a pivotal moment for Moldova, determining whether the nation would continue its path towards European Union membership or drift back into Russia's sphere of influence.

Allegations of Extensive Russian Interference

Throughout the election campaign, Moldovan officials, including Prime Minister Recean and President Sandu, repeatedly accused Russia of orchestrating a 'hybrid war' to destabilize the country and influence the vote. Alleged tactics included:

• Spending 'hundreds of millions' of euros to 'take power' in Chisinau
• Widespread vote-buying schemes
• Extensive disinformation campaigns across various platforms
• Over 1,000 cyberattacks on critical government infrastructure
• Attempts to incite mass riots and destabilize the country, leading to the detention of over 70 individuals

Call for Continued Vigilance

In his post-election remarks, Prime Minister Recean expressed gratitude to citizens for their participation and praised state institutions for defending the integrity of the electoral process against external interference. He reiterated his warning about Russia's persistent intentions, stating, 'We cannot change what Russia does, but we can change what we do as a people.' Recean urged Moldovans to 'Turn worry into mobilisation and thoughtful action' to 'stop their schemes,' underscoring the ongoing geopolitical challenges facing the nation.