EU candidate Moldova is trying to prevent Russian influence in the referendum

Moldova is set to hold a presidential election and a referendum on joining the European Union on Oct. 20. A court approved a draft amendment to the constitution defining European integration as a strategic objective. Moldova will hold the election and the referendum on EU membership on October 20.

US Institute for War Studies warns Russia could destabilise Moldova ahead of presidential elections. Moldova's presidential elections and referendum on joining the EU are set to be held in November. Russia could try to destabilise the country ahead of the upcoming referendum on EU membership, it has been warned.

Moldova to allow billionaire’s pro-Kremlin party to field candidates in elections. Members of pro-Russian oligarch's party can now run for president later this year. Pro-Moldova party will be allowed to run for the presidency in Moldova.

President Maia Sandu launches campaign to promote referendum on Moldova's push to join EU. Sandu calls on civil leaders to rally support for the country's accession to the 27-member bloc. Moldova is seeking to join the EU in a bid to become part of the bloc.