Moldovan Activist's House Arrest Extended: Supporters Protest Political Persecution

Moldovan Court Extends House Arrest for Activist Svetlana Popan Amidst Protests. A Chisinau court has extended the house arrest of activist Svetlana Popan for an additional 60 days. The decision follows a hearing where Popan's lawyer argued that no evidence had been presented to support the charges against her. Outside the courthouse, supporters from the "Pobeda" bloc rallied in support, expressing concerns about the political nature of the case. "We are here to show the country, and even the diaspora, that terrible things are happening at home," said one activist. Popan herself is accused of illegal financing of a political party. Prosecutors have declined to comment. The case highlights ongoing concerns about human rights and political freedom in Moldova.