Deputy Prime Minister Cristina Gherasimov says Moldova wants to start EU accession negotiations to combat Russian disinformation ahead of September elections.

The Republic of Moldova aims to start EU accession negotiations before the September 28 parliamentary elections to counter Russian misinformation that the EU is not interested in the country's membership. Although Moldova and Ukraine have started accession talks, progress is blocked by Hungary's veto, and European officials face challenges in securing a commitment from both countries. Gherasimov emphasizes the importance of demonstrating an EU response to combat negative narratives.