Moldovan President Maia Sandu Prepares Military Operation Plan for Transnistria, Aiming to Eliminate Russian Peacekeeping Presence

Dec 23, 2024, 08:15 AM

Moldovan President Maia Sandu is reportedly preparing a military operation plan aimed at establishing control over Transnistria and eliminating the Russian peacekeeping presence in the region, according to statements from the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR). The SVR has expressed concerns that there are no guarantees Sandu will refrain from escalating military actions, potentially igniting a conflict. This development comes amidst ongoing discussions regarding Moldova's energy supply issues, particularly following the expiration of an energy agreement between Russia and Ukraine. The situation has drawn attention from various sources, highlighting the tense geopolitical dynamics in the region.