Moldova: Protest Erupts Over House Arrest of Gagauzia Leader

Moldovan Head of Gagauzia Under House Arrest, Sparking Public Protest A protest erupted in Moldova today over the house arrest of Evghenia Alexandrovna Guțu, the head of Gagauzia. The demonstration, which took place outside the building of the Chisinau court, saw dozens of supporters rally in her defense. A speaker at the protest claimed the restrictions placed on Guțu are politically motivated, preventing her from effectively governing and communicating with her constituents. "This is a blatant attempt to silence her and undermine Gagauzia's autonomy," he stated. President Maia Sandu's recent visit to Gagauzia, described as clandestine by the protesters, further fueled the demonstration. While the government has yet to release an official statement, the protest underscores growing tensions between the central government and Gagauzia.