Former Moldova PM Natalia Gavrilița Opens Up on Resignation; Dutch Politician Attacked

Former Moldova PM Natalia Gavrilița Opens Up on Resignation; Dutch Politician Attacked

Former Prime Minister of Moldova, Natalia Gavrilița, has shed light on her abrupt resignation that occurred nine months ago, attributing it to the mounting pressures that resulted in her government losing domestic political support. Her government was grappling with numerous crises—economic, energy, and more—heightened by the looming threats posed by the war near Moldova’s borders.

International Acclaim, Domestic Discontent

Despite the government’s extensive efforts to stabilize the volatile situation and implement essential reforms—efforts that earned international acclaim—Gavrilița admitted that the domestic front lacked similar support. She underscored the stark internal divisions plaguing the country and stressed the necessity for national unity to combat external threats effectively.

Escalating Tensions with Russia

In a related development, the Russian Foreign Ministry issued a ban, prohibiting a set of Moldovan officials from entering the Russian Federation. This move came as a retaliatory response to Moldova’s decision to block multiple Russian websites, exhibiting the escalating tensions between the two nations. These developments are vital indicators of the political turbulence Moldova currently faces.

Political Dynamics within Moldova

In a recent election, incumbent Ion Ceban was reelected as the mayor of Moldova’s capital, Chisinau. This event can potentially be interpreted as a setback for President Maia Sandu’s ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), further elucidating the complex political dynamics within the country.

In a separate incident, far-right Dutch lawmaker Thierry Baudet became the target of an attack during a campaign event in Groningen, Netherlands. This marks the second such assault on Baudet, following a previous incident at a university in Belgium. The attacks have triggered an outcry in the political community, prompting calls for heightened security measures for politicians, particularly in the run-up to the Dutch legislative elections.