Moldovan President Signs Changes to Treason Law Denounced by Opposition, Amnesty International usnews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from usnews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Moldova's president signed into law changes to the criminal code extending treason provisions. This move, backed by the ruling party, aims to combat organized crime but is criticized by opponents and Amnesty International for potentially stifling free speech and targeting dissent, especially before an upcoming presidential election and EU referendum.
The European Council agreed to open accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova last December. Chisinau has moved closer to Europe over recent months amid repeated warnings that the Kremlin is attempting to carry out a destabilization campaign inside the country's borders.