Bangladesh, Sept. 29 -- Moldovas parliamentary elections have delivered one of the tightest results in the nations recent history, exposing deep divisions within the electorate and sparking accusations of fraud, administrative abuse, and disenfranchisement. The ruling pro-European Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), led by President Maia Sandu, narrowly emerged victorious with 50.2% of the vote, according to official results announced by the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) on September 29. The opposition bloc, however, insists the outcome is tainted, with nearly half of the electorate backing pro-Russian or Eurosceptic forces.

The election, closely watched by both Brussels and Moscow, is seen as pivotal in determining Moldovas geopolit...