DEVELOPING: Moldova's Election Result Hangs in Balance as Leader Warns of Russian Meddling Threat

Breaking News: Moldova's Election Result Hangs in Balance as Leader Warns of Russian Meddling Threat Moldovans have voted in parliamentary elections, with partial results expected to emerge in the coming hours. The election is seen as critical for Moldova's future path to the European Union. President Maia Sandu warned voters that their democracy was young and fragile, and that Russia endangered it. She made these comments outside a polling station in Chisinau, the capital city. The electoral commission reported a turnout of over 50% shortly before voting ended at 21:00 (18:00 GMT). Two political forces are seen as almost neck and neck in the race: Sandu's Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) and the pro-Russian Patriotic Electoral Bloc. Moldova's authorities have alleged "massive Russian interference" before the vote. President Sandu repeated these claims, saying that Russia posed a threat to her country's democracy. The election is significant because Moldova is located between Ukraine and Romania, two countries with their own complex relationships with Russia. Partial results are expected in the coming hours, but it may take days for final results to be confirmed. The outcome of this election will have far-reaching implications for Moldova's future path, including its potential membership in the European Union. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*