VOICED:Moldova enclave aspires to Russian-backed independence

The video discusses the political and cultural dynamics of Transnistria, a breakaway region in Eastern Moldova. It highlights the region's desire for a union with Russia, its cultural ties to the Soviet era, and the lack of international recognition. The recent conflict in Georgia has renewed hopes for Russian recognition, but Moscow remains committed to staying out of Moldova's internal affairs as long as it remains outside NATO.

What year did Transnistria declare its independence?

• 1992

• 1989

• 1991

• 1990

Which language is predominantly spoken in Transnistria?

• Ukrainian

• Romanian

• Moldovan

• Russian

What is the status of Transnistria in the eyes of the international community?

• Recognized as part of Ukraine

• Not recognized by any country

• Recognized as part of Russia

• Recognized as an independent state

Which event in Georgia gave Transnistria hope for recognition?

• The fall of the Soviet Union

• The independence of Moldova

• Russia's recognition of South Ossetia and Abkhazia

• Georgia joining NATO

What condition has Moscow set for staying out of Moldova's internal disputes?

• Moldova remaining outside of NATO

• Moldova joining the European Union

• Transnistria gaining independence

• Moldova adopting Russian as an official language