Russian Influence Assets Converge on Moldovan Elections
Essential information
- Published
- 03/09/2025 16:52
- Modified
- 03/09/2025 20:11
- Tags
- 2025-09-03 disinformation elections eu integration influence operations moldova russia social media manipulation
- Related entities
- 43 observables, 6 techniques (mitre), 4 others
Description
Multiple Russia-linked influence operations are targeting Moldova's September 2025 parliamentary elections, aiming to destabilize the process and impede Moldova's EU accession. These operations, including Operation Overload, Operation Undercut, Foundation to Battle Injustice, and Portal Kombat, are projecting negative views of President Maia Sandu and the ruling Party of Action and Solidarity. They portray EU integration as disastrous for Moldova's economy and sovereignty, while suggesting closer ties with Russia as a favorable alternative. The operations employ various tactics, including inauthentic news content, social media manipulation, and automated content generation. While their impact on voter behavior appears limited so far, they pose risks to media integrity and public trust.