Separatist authorities have three days left before the region risks another gas shortage. So far, Tiraspol leaders have not commented on the European Union’s proposal to extend aid to the left bank of the Dniester, nor have they announced whether they will use the alleged loan from Moscow to secure supplies.
Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu suggested that Tiraspol’s silence could be due to ongoing consultations among regional officials. He also speculated that the separatist administration might be awaiting instructions from the Kremlin.
“They are consulting. I don’t think it’s with me. They are also waiting. They want to stay warm but not upset their master. Two or three days of silence have calmed people and institutions, but they must follow certain rules,” Grosu told journalists.
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He also emphasized that “one swallow doesn’t make a spring. The swallow can be sent back to the right bank. We are good people. We will monitor how this necessary humanitarian aid is used. It’s natural to help, but not at the expense of fundamental things.”
During an official visit to Moldova, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos reaffirmed the EU’s willingness to continue assisting Transnistria—provided that the Tiraspol regime implements measures to respect human rights and gradually aligns energy prices with market rates.