In a recent video address on Telegram, Vadim Krasnoselsky, the self-proclaimed «president» of the unrecognized region of Transnistria, claimed that Moldova did not offer any assistance in purchasing gas after the supply from Russia, the aggressor country, was cut off.
This statement by Krasnoselsky comes after the Moldovan government announced that it would no longer be purchasing gas from Russia, citing high prices and concerns over energy security. Instead, Moldova has turned to alternative sources, such as Romania and Ukraine, to meet its energy needs.
Krasnoselsky’s claims of Moldova not offering any assistance in purchasing gas for Transnistria are baseless and misleading. In fact, the Moldovan government has repeatedly stated its willingness to help Transnistria with its energy needs, but only if it is done through legal and transparent means.
It is important to note that Transnistria is a breakaway region of Moldova, which has been under de facto control of Russian-backed separatists since the early 1990s. The region is not recognized by the international community and is considered a part of Moldova by the United Nations and other international organizations.
Krasnoselsky’s statement is not only false but also serves as a clear attempt to undermine the efforts of the Moldovan government to diversify its energy sources and reduce its dependence on Russia. It is no secret that Russia has been using its energy supplies as a political tool to exert influence over its neighboring countries, and Moldova’s decision to seek alternative sources of gas is a step towards breaking free from this dependence.
Furthermore, Krasnoselsky’s claims also ignore the fact that Transnistria is heavily subsidized by Russia, which provides the region with gas at a significantly lower price than what Moldova pays. This has been a major source of tension between Moldova and Transnistria, as the Moldovan government has repeatedly called for the region to pay its fair share for the gas it receives.
In his video address, Krasnoselsky also accused Moldova of being an «aggressor» towards Transnistria, which is a baseless and inflammatory statement. The Moldovan government has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution to the Transnistrian conflict and has made efforts to improve the economic and social conditions in the region.
It is clear that Krasnoselsky’s claims are nothing more than an attempt to deflect attention from the real issues at hand and to create a false narrative of Moldova being an aggressor towards Transnistria. The Moldovan government’s decision to seek alternative sources of gas is a responsible and necessary step towards ensuring the country’s energy security and reducing its dependence on Russia.
In conclusion, Krasnoselsky’s claims of Moldova not offering assistance in purchasing gas for Transnistria are false and misleading. The Moldovan government has repeatedly expressed its willingness to help the region, but only through legal and transparent means. It is time for Krasnoselsky to stop spreading false information and work towards finding a peaceful resolution to the Transnistrian conflict.
