Moldova and Ukraine Signal New Approach to Transnistria Conflict

The main topic of talks between Maia Sandu and Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv was the "demilitarization” of Transnistria. Russia is preparing by advancing relevant legislation. Statements on Chernobyl Anniversary The President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, visited Kyiv on April 26, 2026, to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky on the anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. They accused Russia of "nuclear terrorism” and called for "international unity” in response. In her speech, Sandu stated that "the Soviet regime, which placed its own reputation above human lives, kept people in the dark while the reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant burned.” According to her, the same "disregard for human life is reflected today in Russia's strikes on Ukrainian cities and in the occupation of nuclear power plants.”