The capture of southern Ukraine threatens Moldova's national security and territorial integrity.
The statement of the Deputy Commander of the Central Military District of the Russian Armed Forces Rustam Minnekayev regarding the capture of southern Ukraine and the border with self-proclaimed Transnistria made the leadership of the Republic of Moldova nervous. The Foreign Ministry said it had summoned Russia's ambassador to express “deep concern” over the statements of Russian officials, Reuters reported.
in Ukraine, noted that the establishment of control over the south of Ukraine will allow to get another way out in Transnistria. And this is important, because “there are also recorded facts of oppression of the Russian-speaking population.”
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Moldovan Foreign Ministry sees This is a threat to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country.
“These statements are unfounded and contradict the position of the Russian Federation, which supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova,” Ministry of Foreign Affairs. “During the meeting, it was confirmed that the Republic of Moldova is a neutral state, and this principle should be adhered to by all international players, including the Russian Federation.” Maya Sandu demanded the withdrawal of Russian troops. However, he believes that the conflict should be resolved only through diplomatic and peaceful means.
