Moldovan President Maia Sandu says she’d vote for unification with Romania, citing Russian threats to democracy.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu said she would vote for reunification with Romania in a referendum, citing Russian pressure as a threat to her country’s democracy and sovereignty. While acknowledging most Moldovans favor EU integration over unification, she emphasized historical, cultural, and linguistic ties with Romania. Her comments, made in a podcast interview, reflect growing concerns over external interference and the challenges small nations face in maintaining independence amid geopolitical tensions. Despite public support for EU membership by 2030, Sandu’s stance highlights ongoing debate over Moldova’s future direction.