UK Inks Defense Pact With Moldova To Counter ‘Russian Aggression’
UK Inks Defense Pact With Moldova To Counter ‘Russian Aggression’ In yet another development which sets up the Western allies and Russia for a future potential direct military clash, the United Kingdom and Moldova have inked a new defense pact to counter ‘Russian aggression’. It was announced and confirmed by British Foreign Secretary David Lammy while he visited the Moldovan capital of Chisinau on Wednesday. The tiny Eastern European nation bordering Ukraine has experienced the same kind of internal political pro-EU vs. pro-Russia tug of war historically on display in other countries such as Ukraine or Georgia. The UK foreign ministry described the new defense agreement as about “building on extensive cooperation between the two countries and strengthening Moldovan resilience against external threats.” moldpress, Moldova State News Agency Lammy said, “Moldova is a vital security partner for the UK, which is why, to reinforce their resilience against Russian aggression and to keep British streets safe, I am deepening cooperation on irregular migration and launching a new defence and security partnership.” The British top diplomat called out Russia directly in his comments, accusing it of interference in Moldova’s sovereign affairs. “With Ukraine next door, Moldovans are constantly reminded of Russia’s oppression, imperialism and aggression,” he said. Lammy continued, “Despite unprecedented Kremlin interference, the people of Moldova have chosen freedom, democracy, and independence. A decision we must help them protect.” A broader foreign ministry statement also described that “The Foreign Secretary has committed to working with President Sandu, who won re-election earlier this month, despite unprecedented Russian interference, to bolster Moldova’s resilience against the growing Russian hybrid threats they face. He will also offer UK support to tackle corruption in the region.” An additional £5 million of UK humanitarian funding for Moldova was also announced. The Kremlin has long complained that Western NGOs