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Why does Moldova matter to Putin?

Moldova is torn between pro-Western and pro-Russian factions, and some observers are worried that Russia will be trying to influence the results of the upcoming elections. Why?

Moldova is a country torn between pro-Western and pro-Russian factions. In September this year, Moldovans will vote for a new leadership, and pro-European observers are worried that Russia will try to influence the outcome of these elections. Why? Natasha Matyukhina from ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Monitoring explains.

This episode of The Documentary comes to you from The Fifth Floor, the show at the heart of global storytelling, with ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ journalists from all around the world.

Presented by Faranak Amidi
Produced by Alice Gioia and Caroline Ferguson

(Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich.)

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