EPC Summit in Moldova: A strong signal of support for the country and President Sandu Interview Though support for European integration is growing among Moldovans, a deep divide over the attitude towards Russia remains a challenge for the country. Robert Sperfeld interviews Mihail Sirkeli, political analyst and editor of nokta.md. By Robert Sperfeld and Mihail Sirkeli
“Using the same rhetoric, Moldova could be next on Putin’s list” Interview This former Soviet republic, located between Ukraine and Romania, is now the target destination of many refugees from southern Ukraine. The largely rural Republic of Moldova is one of the poorest countries in Europe. Julian Gröger, coordinator of cultural and environmental projects in the capital of Chişinău, reports on the effects of the war in Ukraine on this country of 2.5 million inhabitants. By Robert Sperfeld