Tag: Igor Dodon
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Dodon tells Romanian journalists to learn Russian after Moldova vote
Incident Overview A heated moment at a post-election press conference in Moldova captured international attention. Former Moldovan president Igor Dodon, now the leader of the Socialist Party (PSRM), faced a Romanian journalist who politely asked a colleague from his bloc to also speak Romanian. In response, Dodon urged the Romanian press to learn Russian, saying:…
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Former Moldovan President Dodon’s ‘Learn Russian’ Remark to Romanian Journalists sparks controversy
Overview: a controversial moment at a post-election press conference Former Moldovan president and current Socialist leader Igor Dodon created a stir at a Sunday evening press conference held after polling stations closed, according to Rador, Radio Romania. The moment unfolded when a Romanian journalist asked Dodon’s associate, Constantin Starîș, to respond in Romanian if possible.…
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Igor Dodon tells Romanian journalists to learn Russian during Moldova press conference
Overview of the incident In the aftermath of Moldova’s latest election, former president Igor Dodon drew sharp attention for a controversial remark directed at Romanian journalists during a press briefing. The event took place after polling stations closed, and reporters attempted to engage Dodon and his ally, Constantin Starîș, from the Blocul Patriotic in questions…
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Moldova Election 2024: Pro-European PAS Wins Absolute Majority
Clear victory reshapes Moldova’s political landscape The Central Election Commission reported a decisive win for the pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) in Moldova’s national vote. After counting all districts, PAS held 50.2% of the votes, securing an absolute majority in parliament. The Patriotic Block, a pro-Russian coalition led by former president Igor Dodon,…
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Moldova Election: Pro-European PAS Wins Absolute Majority
Election Results at a Glance In a decisive outcome that underscores Moldova’s pro-European orientation, the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) secured an absolute majority with 50.2% of the vote after all districts were tallied. The pro-Russian Patriotic Block, led by former president Igor Dodon, finished in second place with 24.2%. The result gives PAS…
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EU-backed PAS leads Moldova’s election as vote count begins
Moldova’s pivotal moment: pro-EU PAS leads as counting begins Moldova is holding a high-stakes parliamentary election that could determine whether the small Eastern European country tilts toward the European Union or leans back toward Russia. The ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) entered the vote with broad domestic support and strong backing from…