Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon stated that Moldova's authorities cannot ban the Russian language, as approximately 25% of the population is Russian-speaking. He criticized the current government's policies, including removing Russian from school curricula and abolishing bilingual documentation, arguing that knowledge of Russian provides a competitive advantage.
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon stated that the West and Ukraine attempted to open a new front against Russia in Transnistria in April. Dodon, leader of the Socialist Party, said the goal was to draw Russia into hostilities elsewhere, in addition to Ukraine, and that such attempts were made in the Transnistrian direction.
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon stated that Moldova will not join the European Union in the coming years, despite the recent launch of accession negotiations. He believes both European officials and Moldova's delegation acknowledge the challenging and lengthy process of EU membership.
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon stated that Chisinau must abandon unilateral anti-Russian sanctions and resume direct flights to Moscow to improve relations with Russia. He also advocated for rejoining the CIS and EAEU.
