Moldova_zalisilasya_bez_svitla_cerez_masovanu_a... May 2026

The Kremlin has used this dependency to exert political pressure, demanding favorable terms in exchange for consistent gas supply.

The resulting energy crisis in 2022 was the worst since Moldova’s independence, forcing the government to seek alternative energy sources from Romania and the EU. Ongoing Crisis (2025-2026) As of early 2026, the situation remains precarious. moldova_zalisilasya_bez_svitla_cerez_masovanu_a...

Over half of Moldova, including the capital Chisinau and the Transnistria region, lost power, demonstrating the direct spillover effects of Russia's infrastructure war. The Kremlin has used this dependency to exert

This article analyzes the profound energy crisis in Moldova , where the country was left without power following massive, coordinated Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The incidents, which became a recurring challenge during the 2022–2023 winter and resurfaced in early 2026, demonstrate how energy is being weaponized to destabilize Eastern Europe. The November 2022 Blackouts: A Turning Point Over half of Moldova, including the capital Chisinau