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Moldovan President: Moldova has completely stopped purchasing Russian gas

09 November 2026 09:12 (UTC +04:00)

Moldova has completely stopped purchasing natural gas from Russia, APA reports, Moldovan President Maia Sandu said this on the social media platform X, APA reports.

"Moldova purchases zero Russian gas. Two more electricity transmission lines with Romania are also planned to be put into operation," the head of state noted.

Sandu also announced the commissioning of the Vulcănești–Chișinău electricity transmission line.

According to her, the new line strengthens Moldova's connections with Romania and the European energy system.

However, electricity supplies via the new route are also expected to be more expensive.

Note that this statement came amid an energy crisis and rising fuel prices in Moldova.

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