Reunification talks between Moldova and its secessionist province, Transdniestria, have restarted, thanks to Russian maneuvers meant to send a message to Ukraine. (With Stratfor map)[more]
Moldovan President Vladimir Voronin said Oct. 4 that the country has given up the idea of using military force to reclaim its Russian-backed separatist enclave of Transdniestria. [more]