Moldova, a small Eastern European country bordered by Romania and Ukraine, has emerged as a focal point for Russian influence as tensions escalate in the region. The government is actively working to strengthen ties with Western allies while countering Moscow’s efforts to pull the nation back into its sphere of influence. Recent drone incursions have further highlighted the risks of Russian interference in the former Soviet republic. A prime minister discusses the challenges of balancing security and alignment amid growing geopolitical pressures.
Moldova is an Eastern European nation of almost three million people nestled between NATO member Romania and Ukraine. It has become a stage for Russian interference and drone incursions. Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan spoke with Nick Schifrin about Russia's attempts to sway the former Soviet Republic back into its orbit, and the government's current efforts to move closer to the West.
