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Moldova's presidential race and EU referendum face challenges amid allegations of interference and vote-buying, with citizens hopeful for EU alignment.

Moldova's referendum and presidential election results show a divided nation facing challenges amid allegations of vote-buying and foreign interference.

A referendum on Moldova joining the EU was too close to call early Monday with almost all votes counted, as pro-EU President Maia Sandu blamed an 'criminal groups working together with foreign forces' – a veiled reference to Russia – for the outcome.

Pro-Western president Maia Sandu accused ‘foreign forces’ of attempting to thwart democracy in pivotal referendum on joining the EU

Pro-western leader Maia Sandu spoke as pivotal referendum on EU membership remained too close to call

Moldovans voted on Sunday in a presidential election and a referendum on joining the European Union, with fears of Russian meddling amid the war in neighbouring Ukraine.

Result ‘will define our fate for many decades to come’ says pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu

Moldova's elections face interference concerns from pro-Russian entities, with focus on EU membership and potential impact on country's future.

As war in Ukraine rages, twin votes will determine if ex-Soviet republic leaves Russia’s orbit and moves towards West.