Moldova’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel alert for its citizens intending to visit or transit through Russia, citing reports of pressure to join the Russian armed forces.
The warning underscores a growing security concern for Moldovan nationals in the region, as authorities document an increase in coercive recruitment efforts targeting individuals on Russian territory.
The alert comes amid broader evidence of systematic coercion against Moldovan citizens.
Previous reports have detailed cases where individuals had their travel documents confiscated upon arrival in Russia, only to be subsequently forced into private military organizations.
These accounts suggest a coordinated effort to bypass legal conscription channels by detaining foreigners and compelling their service.
This development aligns with a wider pattern of Russian military escalation and irregular recruitment practices.