Moldova's Exit from CIS: A Shift in Eastern European Alliances

The Kremlin expressed regret over Moldova's announcement to leave the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States. Moldova's foreign minister indicated the country was completing formal steps for withdrawal. The Kremlin was unsurprised, noting Moldova's earlier disengagement from CIS activities.

The Kremlin has expressed regret at Moldova's decision to exit the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), according to spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday.

This response came after Moldova's foreign minister announced on Monday that the nation was advancing with the formal procedures necessary for its withdrawal from the bloc.

Peskov noted that the move was not unexpected by Moscow, as Moldova had effectively ceased its participation in CIS activities some time prior.

(With inputs from agencies.)