Moldovan breakway Republic Transnistria going to request annexation to Russia
Transnistria, the breakaway Republic nestled between Moldova and Ukraine, is rumored to be considering a request for annexation to Russia. This potential move has sparked concerns and speculations about the implications it could have on the region and beyond. As someone with friends in Transnistria, I can attest to the fact that there seems to be no chatter about such a significant decision. The Moldovan Reintegration Policy Bureau has even downplayed any alarm over the situation.
If Transnistria were to officially request annexation to Russia, it would be a bold and controversial move. Not only would it be highly illegal as Moldova would never consent to such an action, but it would also create geographic challenges.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker