CHISINAU: Moldova’s pro-Russian Socialist party edged out its pro-European rival to take the most votes in a parliamentary election, results showed Monday, but without the majority needed to avoid a hung parliament.Sunday’s vote was being watched for signs of whether ex-Soviet Moldova would seek to strengthen ties with Moscow or move closer Europe.The inconclusive results, and widespread accusations of fraud, will make coalition talks difficult and could lead to protests or even another election within weeks.With nearly all votes counted, the Socialist party close to President Igor Dodon was in the lead with 31%, the election commission said.Dodon, an ally …read more
Source: theSun
