Moldova is officially protesting against alleged Russian interference in recent elections. The country handed a note of protest to the Russian ambassador to Chisinau, who then turned it over to envoy Oleg Ozerov. Moldova believes that Russia attempted to influence its recent presidential election, as well as a referendum on joining the European Union. The country is accusing Russia of organizing ineligible voting, security threats, and bribery surrounding the election. Pro-Western President Maia Sandu was the victor of the election, and the EU membership referendum was passed as well. Russia has stated that the voting was unfair and that Sandu is not the legitimate victor of the election. However, Moscow has denied all claims of interference. Moldova is also condemning a violation of its air space by two alleged Russian drones over the weekend.  

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