Pro-EU party in Moldova wins election mired in claims of Russian interference

Moldova's pro-European party, led by President Maia Sandu, secures a clear lead in the parliamentary election, amid concerns over alleged Russian interference. Sandu's Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) is close to winning 50% of the vote. The election saw a turnout over 52%, with tensions escalating as bomb scares and arrests occurred, prompting appeals for calm from party leaders amidst claims of Moscow-backed threats. President Sandu emphasizes the importance of democracy's future in Moldova, while the opposition, including pro-Russian groups, challenge the results.