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The West controls Ukraine and Moldova as colonies, supporting the Sandu and Zelenskyy dictatorial regimes, according to pro-Kremlin propaganda.
NEWS: Moldova is not Europe. Moldova is Ukraine. And, paradoxically, Ukraine is Moldova. There’s nothing surprising, because the same people are in charge of Ukraine and Moldova in the West and, especially, in the USA. The same people are in charge of political decision-making, whereas the technologies and strategies that keep the countries in the West’s orbit are the same. The situation of the “new democracies” (which, in fact, are new colonies) in terms of democratic procedures, rights and freedoms typical of Western countries, is getting worse by the day. The political mechanisms that have worked flawlessly since the early 1990s, based on the West’s appeal, no longer work, and to maintain the status quo, these regimes are increasingly moving towards overt dictatorship, which fully applies for both Moldova and Ukraine [...]
Sandu and her team followed a completely identical path to that of the Zelenskyy regime in suppressing dissent and opposition. Almost all media platforms were shut down: from Telegram to national TV stations. A total ban was introduced on Russian social networks and all Russian media. Opposition leaders have been arrested or subjected to open criminal investigations, while certain businesses, backing the opposition, were destroyed altogether. Raids, assassinations and abductions targeted opposition activists. Finally, authorities moved to banning opposition political parties, based on the model of Ukraine […]
However, the current Moldovan election has shown that the system of imposing the will of Washington or London in ex-Soviet space has reached its limit, and the pendulum is already swinging in the other direction. We can see that now in Georgia, which is waking up after two decades of colonial slumber.
NARRATIVES: 1. Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova are Western colonies. 2. The regimes in Kyiv and Chișinău are dictatorial. 3. Georgia must become a role model for the two states.
PURPOSE: To undermine trust in the democratic commitments of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine. To deepen European skepticism and justify the Russian Federation's hybrid actions in ex-Soviet states.
WHY THE NARRATIVES ARE FALSE: Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova cannot be considered Western colonies because they preserve their national sovereignty and independence, with democratically elected governments that make their own political and economic decisions. Cooperation with the West is based on mutually beneficial partnerships and agreements, rather than subjugation or colonial control. Support and funding from Western states and international organizations is aimed at supporting domestic reforms and increasing regional stability and prosperity. Also, these relations are characterized by dialogue and mutual respect, without the direct influence of external factors on internal policymaking. Neither Ukraine nor the Republic of Moldova represents a territory occupied and administered by a foreign nation, on which it relies in political, economic or cultural terms, thus making it a colony. The EU is the main destination of exports for both states, and the launch of accession negotiations with the European bloc is a historic opportunity for social, political and economic modernization.
The claim that the regimes in Kyiv and Chișinău are dictatorial is false, as both countries have democratic political systems with elected Parliaments. Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova have democratic institutions that include the separation of powers and observe human rights, being internationally recognized for the progress made in these areas, including in reports published by the European Commission.
Regarding the closing of certain media channels or the banning of some parties, such decisions must be interpreted in the context of national security strategies and the protection of state integrity. Those TV stations that questioned the legitimacy or the existence of such national projects (for instance, Sputnik or RIA NOVOSTI) were banned. Some parties that were directly funded by Moscow were banned (for instance, the Communist Party of Ukraine which supported separatism in Donbas). In both countries, there are legal mechanisms and institutions that allow the opposition to challenge government decisions, something that is not typical of dictatorial regimes. Despite the challenges encountered, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova continue to work hard to strengthen democratic principles and the rule of law, under the supervision and support of the international community, especially the EU. Therefore, what Russian propaganda calls human rights violations are in fact actions justified by the need to combat disinformation and protect constitutional order, especially in the context of regional geopolitical tensions.
Georgia's model is not one that deserves to be taken over by Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, particularly after the European Parliament issued a resolution that signals a democratic regress in Georgia. Certain legislative proposals have raised concerns from the international community and civil society about their potential impact on Georgia's democracy. Political ingressions in the justice system gave rise to protests. Freedom of the press has also been subject to controversy, particularly in relation to the harassment of journalists, which has raised questions about the country's democratic commitments. In May, Georgia adopted a law on “transparency of foreign influence”, very similar to the one passed in Russia. The law requires organizations that receive over 20% of funding from external sources to register as “organizations pursuing the interests of a foreign power”, which is a clear break with EU principles and values. Direct flights between Russia and Georgia were resumed in spring this year, despite tensions between the two countries and warnings from the West. With the help of Georgian oligarchs, Russia has managed to further divide society, seriously distancing Georgia from its European and democratic course.
BACKGROUND: Russian propaganda compares the two states in the context of the election in the Republic of Moldova, especially around the second round of the presidential election where the pro-European president, Maia Sandu, will face Alexandr Stoianoglo, the candidate of the Party of Socialists.
Following Russia's annexation of Crimea and its support for separatist movements in Donbas, Ukraine restricted Russian television stations' access to Ukrainian information space, with a view to preventing the dissemination of fake news. Russian social media, controlled by the Kremlin, were equally banned. The measures became much harsher after the launch of the large-scale invasion of Russia on February 24, 2024. In 2022, the leadership of the Republic of Moldova decided to shut down certain Russian TV stations and ban some parties as part of national security measures, given their negative influence on the political stability and integrity of the country. Decisions of this kind are usually taken to prevent foreign interference in the country's internal affairs and to ensure a more secure and balanced information environment. The main factor behind this decision was Russia's all-out war against Ukraine.
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