CHISINAU, Moldova - Near-final results from parliamentary elections in Moldova show no party secured a majority, a result that leaves the former Soviet republic in limbo between pro-Western and pro-Russia forces. With 98 per cent of the votes counted early Monday, the broadly pro-Russia opposition Socialists had 31.35 per cent, while the pro-European group ACUM had 26.17 per cent. The incumbent Democratic Party was trailing in third place with 24 per cent. The governing alliance has lost support over rampant corruption, falling living standards and the erosion of democracy in Moldova, a small landlocked nation between Romania and Ukraine. Dodon and pro-Europe leader Maia Sandu have warned of demonstrations if Sunday’s vote is shown to be marred.

Source: thestar February 25, 2019 08:15 UTC