Moldovans elect president, vote on EU path as claims of Russian meddling spike

Voters in Moldova head to the polls on Sunday to cast their ballots in two decisive polls regarding the country's future: a presidential election and a referendum on joining the EU. Frontrunner and incumbent President Maia Sandu is seeking a second term in office but is likely to come up short of the majority needed to avoid a second round of voting.

Oct 20, 2024 - 11:02
Moldovans elect president, vote on EU path as claims of Russian meddling spike
Voters in Moldova head to the polls on Sunday to cast their ballots in two decisive polls regarding the country's future: a presidential election and a referendum on joining the EU. Frontrunner and incumbent President Maia Sandu is seeking a second term in office but is likely to come up short of the majority needed to avoid a second round of voting.