Moldovans voted in a crucial presidential runoff between pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu and Russia-friendly Alexandr Stoianoglo. Sandu led the first round with 42% but didn’t secure a majority, while Stoianoglo surprised with 26%. Over 1.6 million voters participated. A poll suggests a tight race favoring Sandu, potentially influenced by Moldova’s diaspora. Allegations of voter fraud and Russian interference loom over the election, which determines significant powers in foreign policy and national security for a four-year term.