Moldova could declare mobilization if clashes in Ukraine move near its borders
October 19, 2022, 11:00 am

Moldova could declare mobilization if clashes in Ukraine move near its borders

Upon the collapse of the Soviet Union in August 1991, the Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic declared its independence and took the name Moldova - Photo. Pixabay

Moldova’s defense minister, Anatolie Nosatyi, said Tuesday (Oct 18) that the country could declare a mobilization if fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces moves toward its borders, the Anadolu Agency reported.

Nosatyi said in an interview with the TVR Moldova television channel that some Russian missiles that were fired towards Ukraine passed over Moldovan territory.

Underscoring that there is no guarantee that this will not happen again, Nosatyi urged Moldova’s Western partners, including NATO, to provide support for ensuring security in the country.

Asked to elaborate on whether a mobilization would be declared in Moldova, Nosatyi said: "For this scenario to play out, there needs to be some serious changes on the front line in Ukraine."

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He added: "For example, if the fighting moves closer to our borders, if there are changes regarding migration to our country from Ukraine, or if we notice the mobilization of military units in the war zone, then it could happen."

Moldovan President Maia Sandu said Monday (Oct 17) that necessary precautions would be taken in case of Russia's intervention against Moldova's sovereignty and security.

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