Moldovan Police Accuse Fugitive Tycoon Ilan Shor of $24M Voter Payoff

Oct 24, 2024, 10:32 AM

Ilan Shor, a fugitive tycoon and convicted oligarch, is at the center of significant interference in Moldova's pivotal elections. Shor, previously involved in the 'theft of the century' where $1 billion vanished from three banks, equivalent to 12% of Moldova's GDP, is now accused of channeling $24 million in October to influence voters in the presidential election and EU referendum. Moldovan police have reported this unprecedented meddling, highlighting Shor's extensive efforts to sway the political landscape in Moldova. Shor is described as the Kremlin’s new favorite oligarch.