Moldova's President Calls for Russian Peacekeepers Withdrawal

Putin signed decree to simplify Transnistria citizenship.
Transnistria is a breakaway republic within Moldova.
Russia uses passportization to influence occupied territories.
Transnistria's leaders depend on Moscow's support and seek help.
New decree allows bypassing Article 15 requirements, skipping residency and tests.
Sandu calls for Russian peacekeepers withdrawal and peaceful reintegration.
Transnistria has 1,500 Russian peacekeepers, most residents hold Russian passports.
Tiraspol residents historically carried flags with Putin's portrait.
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