"Transnistria's Appeal to Russia Raises Concerns for Moldova's Breakaway Region"

Speculation is mounting that Russian President Vladimir Putin may announce the deployment of troops to "protect" the breakaway region of Transnistria in Moldova, following a request for "protection" from the separatist authorities. The move is seen as a potential precursor to a referendum on joining the Russian Federation or even annexation, amid concerns about Russia's broader territorial ambitions in Europe. The situation has raised concerns about Moscow's intentions and its ongoing invasion of Ukraine, with the West closely monitoring the developments and the potential for heightened tensions in the region.