Moldova is rapidly moving towards parliamentary elections set for 28 September. Seen as decisive for the geopolitical orientation of the country, the contest for the hearts and minds of potential voters is in full swing. The EU in focus Pro-Kremlin actors are pulling out all the stops to convince Moldovans to abandon European integration and vote for pro-Russian forces. Every possible argument has been deployed to manipulate and confuse the electorate under the disguise of creating a political