The authorities of the Republic of Moldova skillfully managed the Transnistrian issue from 2021 to January 2025, according to former Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Vlad Kulminski. He believes the government successfully maintained peace, calm, and understanding between the two banks. Speaking on the show Realitatea te priveste on RLIVE TV, the director of the Institute for Strategic Initiatives also stated that Russia made a significant blunder when it decided to leave the people on the left bank of the Nistru without heat and electricity in the middle of winter.
“The authorities of the Republic of Moldova handled the Transnistrian issue very skillfully from 2021 to January 2025. They maintained peace, calm, and a certain level of understanding between the two sides. Are you referring to PAS’s four years in government? Yes, PAS governed for four years and managed to keep the country at peace, largely due to the efforts of its leadership. I know what I am talking about. The government took dedicated steps to prevent war in Moldova. This task was very important. (…) Our officials worked very effectively on this issue.
What did Russia do? I believe Russia made a major geopolitical mistake. It practically destroyed the foundation that ensured stability and peace. Now, Chisinau faces a new challenge and responsibility as the Transnistrian conflict has returned to the agenda. How much will it cost? Who will cover the expenses? How will this process unfold? These questions concern Moldovan society, all Moldovans, and the entire country. They are not easy to answer. This situation will require financial resources and certain compromises,” Vlad Kulminski stated.
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Previously, several experts argued that the resolution of the Transnistrian conflict depends entirely on the outcome of the war between Russia and Ukraine. A Russian victory could strengthen its military presence in the region, significantly impacting Transnistria. On the other hand, if Russia loses, Tiraspol may struggle to maintain independence and could rely more on the Republic of Moldova and the European Union.
Gazprom cut off natural gas supplies to Transnistria on January 1, 2025, despite having an agreement with Moldovagaz valid until 2026. As a result, Moscow left the region without heat and electricity, triggering a large-scale energy and humanitarian crisis on the left bank of the Nistru.
Meanwhile, since Sunday, February 2, authorities have started reconnecting homes, hospitals, schools, and other key institutions in Transnistria to thermal energy and gas. The so-called leader in Tiraspol announced this after Chisinau began supplying gas to the left bank. The European Union provided 3 million cubic meters of gas on credit. This amount ensures system pressure, and Tiraspol must return or pay for it by March 1.