The local government announced plans to organize a referendum in the pro-Russian enclave Foreign Office. The message published on social media emphasized that the inhabitants of the region do not agree with the pro-European course of the authorities in Chisinau, and the referendum result will confirm this.
“Due to plans Moldova ignoring the position of the Transnistrian people, we emphasize that in order to obtain the real opinion of the inhabitants Transnistria we think it's entirely possible holding a referendum on the attitude towards European Union on its territory” – written.
Referendum on Moldova's accession to the European Union
The Moldovan Office for Reintegration reacted to the statement issued by the Transnistrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Officials described the position as “manipulation, most likely carried out on the orders of internal forces“At the same time, it was emphasized that they could take part in the nationwide referendum all citizens of Moldova, regardless of place of residence. This means that no region is excluded and residents can express their position.
According to representatives of the authorities in Chisinau, in recent weeks the Transnistrian services have been trying to significantly impede the activities of politicians, journalists and cultural figures who support Moldova's accession to the European Union. At the same time, the propaganda message about the need was strengthened strengthening political and economic relations with Russia.
Elections in Moldova. Police chief on attempts to disrupt the vote
The tense situation prevailing a few days before the presidential elections and the EU referendum in Moldova is demonstrated by, among others, the statement of the head of the National Police, Viorel Cernauteanu. During the press conference, the officer informed that the services had information about the planned attacks attempts to disrupt voting and seize government buildings.
– We look at the intentions of such people and it's not just about… destabilization of the situation in the country or mass riots. They strive for more ambitious goals, even taking over state institutions, he said.
– It is clear that Russia is financing this. This happens for a reason. The stakes are high – he added.
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