Zelenskiy, Moldova's Sandu discuss Ukrainian coal to ease Transdniestria energy crisis
(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Moldovan President Maia Sandu on Wednesday discussed using Ukrainian coal to ease the energy crisis which has subjected Moldova's separatist Transdniestria region to blackouts and a heating shortage.
Ukraine to help Moldova amid worsening energy crisis
"An important task now is to help Moldova overcome its energy challenges and prevent Moscow from stirring up social tensions. ... We are ready to help," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 8.
Moldova Region’s Energy Crisis Worsens as Water Supply Disrupted
The energy crisis in Moldova’s pro-Russian breakaway region of Transnistria has deepened, with residents now facing disruptions in water supplies, according to Prime Minister Dorin Recean.
Energy Crisis in Transdniestria: Sandu Accuses Gazprom
Moldovan President Maia Sandu has accused Gazprom of exacerbating an energy crisis in Transdniestria, as power cuts plague the region. The situation stems from Ukraine halting gas transit, while discussions between Moldovan and Ukrainian leaders explore alternative solutions to maintain energy supplies.
Russia’s Energy Cutoff of Moldova: Crisis or Opportunity
The move was connected with, but not required by, the expiration at the end of 2024 of Russia’s contract with Ukraine for transit of natural gas to Europe. The looming energy crisis is likely to have a strong negative effect on Moldova’s ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) in parliamentary elections due in the second half of 2025.
Ukraine ready to aid Moldova in overcoming energy crisis — Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy made the statement after a phone call with Moldovan President Maia Sandu earlier the same day. “Of course, the main goal is to help Moldova through this difficult period of energy challenges and prevent Moscow from inciting social unrest,
Moldova-Russia Tensions Escalate Amid Energy Crisis
An energy crisis has left over 51,000 households in Transdniestria without gas and winter heat. Moldova and Russia are trading blame, while the separatist region, heavily reliant on Russian gas, faces challenges as Ukraine halts transit.
Moldova braces for energy crisis after Russia halts gas supply amid winter freeze
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Thousands left without heat or gas in Moldova's pro-Russian separatist region
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The escalating energy crisis in Moldova's separatist region of Transdniestria has left communities without gas and heat, amid ...