Moldovans are casting their votes in a crucial second-round presidential run-off that could determine the country’s future trajectory—either advancing towards European integration or pivoting back towards Russian influence.
Incumbent President Maia Sandu, a staunch advocate for closer ties with the European Union, is up against Alexandr Stoianoglo, the former chief prosecutor she dismissed, who now seeks to position himself as a balanced alternative between Western and Russian interests. Stoianoglo’s campaign is bolstered by the support of the pro-Russian Party of Socialists, raising concerns among some that his victory could tilt Moldova back into Moscow’s sphere.
Amid the political tensions, Moldovan officials have raised alarms about potential election interference, pointing fingers at a fugitive oligarch based in Russia, allegedly attempting to sway the vote in favor of Russian interests. The Kremlin, however, has firmly denied any involvement, echoing its stance from the recent disputed elections in Georgia.
Millions Urged to Evacuate as Typhoon Shanshan Devastates Japan Typhoon Shanshan, one of the most severe storms to strike Japan in recent decades, has prompted the government to issue a maximum alert to over five million people, urging immediate evacuation. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has classified the storm under its rare “special warning” category,…
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Oscar Piastri led Lando Norris to a McLaren one-two in sprint qualifying at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Norris’ title rival Max Verstappen could manage only fourth place in the Red Bull, behind Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. Verstappen, who has a five-place grid penalty for the main grand prix on Sunday, starts the weekend 47 points…
At least 492 people have been killed in extensive Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, according to the country’s health ministry. This marks the deadliest day of conflict in the region in nearly two decades. The Israeli military reported hitting 1,300 Hezbollah targets in an operation aimed at dismantling infrastructure the group has built…