Moldova Accuses Russia of Plotting Election Coup Using Wagner Mercenaries

Moldova's President accused Russia of plotting a coup using Wagner mercenaries.

The alleged coup plot was orchestrated by late Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin.

Russia is trying to destabilize Moldova before upcoming elections by bribing voters.

This follows previous Russian efforts to exert influence via energy pricing and protests.

Moldova is seeking EU membership amid tensions with Russia over Ukraine war.