Russia-friendly party calls for resignation of government in Chisinau

Pro-Russian breakaway region in Moldova appeals to Russia for protection amid worsening tensions with the pro-Western government in Chișinău. Transnistria, a pro-Russian region, made an appeal to Moscow for protection on Wednesday. Tensions between the region's pro-Russia government and pro-West government have been rising in recent months.

Russia-friendly Revival Party calls for government resignation through protest in Moldova's capital. Thousands affiliated with Revival Party protested outside the parliament on Thursday. Pro-Western government is pro-Russian-backed by Russia-backed Moldova. Thousands call for the resignation of the pro-Western Moldova government.

Moldova's foreign minister Nicu Popescu announced his resignation on Wednesday. He cited the need for a break after a challenging period for the country. Moldova has been advancing toward European Union membership since 2008. The country is in the process of joining the EU.