On 28 September 2025, Moldova holds its parliamentary elections, a key moment for the country’s democratic development and its ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with the European Union. To support transparency and credibility in this process, the European Parliament (EP) sends an Election Observation Delegation to Moldova. Concerns have been raised about possible attempts at disinformation and other forms of interference from Russia, which could undermine public trust in the electoral process.
An Election Observation Delegation is composed of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) who are tasked with monitoring the conduct of the elections. Working alongside other international observers (in this case OSCE and the Council of Europe), they assess whether the elections are carried out in a free, fair, and transparent manner in line with international standards and Moldova’s own legal framework. Their activities include meeting with electoral authorities, political parties, candidates, civil society, and media representatives, as well as observing voting, counting, and tabulation on election day. After the election, the delegation contributes to a preliminary statement and report, offering recommendations to help improve future electoral processes. This mission reflects the European Parliament’s commitment to supporting democracy, rule of law, and respect for fundamental rights in its partner countries.

Election Observation Delegation -  Parliamentary Elections in Moldova (28/09/2025)

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Election Observation Delegation - Parliamentary Elections in Moldova.

MEPs debate on drones and new systems of warfare – the EU’s need to adapt to be fit for today’s security challenges. In a draft report on the common foreign and security policy (CFSP) for 2025, MEPs say that “an arc of instability” has formed around Europe, with competition and protectionism replacing cooperation and free trade. They stress the importance of enlargement to enhance European security, call for stronger global partnerships, and urge the EU to respond to new challenges with greater unity. MEPs warn against any settlement on Ukraine imposed by Russia or that rewards its aggression. In a draft annual report on the common security and defence policy (CSDP), MEPs express their dismay at the current ambiguity of the EU-US defence and security relationship, while acknowledging that the US remains the EU's most important strategic ally and essential to NATO’s collective defence and European security.

Drones and new systems of warfare – the EU’s need to adapt to be fit for today’s security challenges: MEPs debate

MEPs debate on the preparation of the European Council meeting of 18-19 December 2025. MEPs focus on Europe’s ongoing efforts to secure a just and lasting peace for Ukraine, relations with the US and the EU’s strategic autonomy. At their meeting, EU leaders will also address the situation in the Middle East, the next EU long term budget (Multiannual Financial Framework), the EU’s enlargement strategy as well as ways to manage migration flows, ensure border protection, and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness. First part of MEPs debate.

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MEPs condemn the terrorist attack against the Hanukkah celebrations in Sydney and solidarity with the victims and their families.

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MEPs debate on the recent Russian incursions into EU airspace. The debate follows incidents in which Russian drones and aircraft violated both Polish and Estonian airspace in recent weeks. It also comes after drones of unidentified origin caused disturbances at and around civilian airports and military bases in Denmark – events that the Danish authorities have referred to as “concerted hybrid attacks”.

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This video shows the work of a European Parliament Election Observation Delegation during the parliamentary elections in Moldova. MEPs Dan BARNA (Renew, RO), Hans NEUHOFF (ESN, DE) and Ruth FIRMENICH (NI, DE) are present in Comrat to observe the voting process in two small villages, Samurza and Corten, in the region of Taraclia. They verify on how ballots are secured and the voting process. The delegation’s role is to evaluate whether electoral practices meet accepted democratic and transparency standards.

EP Election Observation delegation - Parliamentary elections in Moldova: monitoring of the vote count in Samurza and Corten

MEPs debate on security guarantees and a just peace for Ukraine, as well as the country’s path towards EU membership. During the debate on EU action to ensure security guarantees for Ukraine, speakers take stock of the outcome of US President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska during the summer, and the continued Russian bombardment of Ukrainian cities following the summit. MEPs also discuss a report prepared by Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, which encourages the Ukrainian government to keep up the momentum on implementing reforms along the path towards EU membership. The draft resolution, also commends Ukraine for its extraordinary efforts in strengthening its democratic institutions at an extremely difficult time, with Russia’s war of aggression raging on. First part of MEPs debate.

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