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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: United States President Donald Trump watches as Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: United States President Donald Trump watches as Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: United States President Donald Trump kisses the hand of Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili after her performance during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Trump hires violinist from Eastern Europe to perform for US Governors
2/21/2026 - Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America: Moldovan violinist Rusanda Panfili performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Samuel Corum / CNP / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Holocaust survivors visit Auschwitz on 80th anniversary of death camp liberation
EXCLUSIVE: April 23rd, 2025 - Outside Auschwitz, Poland: Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), Year of birth: 1939 | Place of birth: Moldova. Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), now known as Gita, was born in 1939 in Briceni, Moldova. As a child, she was affectionately nicknamed Gitelae. In June 1941, the German army deported the Jews to Transnistria. Gitel and her family were forced to march there on foot, in harsh conditions of cold and mud, and without food. Along the way, her mother's brothers were murdered and her grandmother was run over and killed. When they arrived at the Azarinci ghetto, her mother died of typhus. Gitel managed to survive in the ghetto thanks to her aunts, who protected her. In March 1944, when she was five years old, the ghetto was liberated. She and her father set out on a journey of hundreds of kilometers back home, with her father carrying her in his arms. When they arrived in Brzeczny, they discovered that their home had been destroyed and most of their family had perished. Gitel lost dozens of her family members in the Holocaust, including her mother, grandmother, uncles, and aunts. Gitel immigrated to Israel in 1973. She is currently the chairwoman of the Association of Survivors of Concentration Camps and Ghettos in Israel. In 2016, the association planted a grove in the Ruhama Forest in the western Negev, in memory of the million and a half Jewish children who perished in the Holocaust. "It is important for me to march on the March of the Living in Auschwitz, to remember and identify with the Jews who went to the crematoria and with the million and a half children who were murdered in the Holocaust". Gitel is also a member of the board of Yad Vashem, and the Center for Holocaust Survivors' Organizations, and a member of the executive board of the Claims Conference. (Ziv Koren/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Holocaust survivors visit Auschwitz on 80th anniversary of death camp liberation
EXCLUSIVE: April 23rd, 2025 - Outside Auschwitz, Poland: Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), Year of birth: 1939 | Place of birth: Moldova. Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), now known as Gita, was born in 1939 in Briceni, Moldova. As a child, she was affectionately nicknamed Gitelae. In June 1941, the German army deported the Jews to Transnistria. Gitel and her family were forced to march there on foot, in harsh conditions of cold and mud, and without food. Along the way, her mother's brothers were murdered and her grandmother was run over and killed. When they arrived at the Azarinci ghetto, her mother died of typhus. Gitel managed to survive in the ghetto thanks to her aunts, who protected her. In March 1944, when she was five years old, the ghetto was liberated. She and her father set out on a journey of hundreds of kilometers back home, with her father carrying her in his arms. When they arrived in Brzeczny, they discovered that their home had been destroyed and most of their family had perished. Gitel lost dozens of her family members in the Holocaust, including her mother, grandmother, uncles, and aunts. Gitel immigrated to Israel in 1973. She is currently the chairwoman of the Association of Survivors of Concentration Camps and Ghettos in Israel. In 2016, the association planted a grove in the Ruhama Forest in the western Negev, in memory of the million and a half Jewish children who perished in the Holocaust. "It is important for me to march on the March of the Living in Auschwitz, to remember and identify with the Jews who went to the crematoria and with the million and a half children who were murdered in the Holocaust". Gitel is also a member of the board of Yad Vashem, and the Center for Holocaust Survivors' Organizations, and a member of the executive board of the Claims Conference. (Ziv Koren/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Holocaust survivors visit Auschwitz on 80th anniversary of death camp liberation
EXCLUSIVE: April 23rd, 2025 - Outside Auschwitz, Poland: Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), Year of birth: 1939 | Place of birth: Moldova. Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), now known as Gita, was born in 1939 in Briceni, Moldova. As a child, she was affectionately nicknamed Gitelae. In June 1941, the German army deported the Jews to Transnistria. Gitel and her family were forced to march there on foot, in harsh conditions of cold and mud, and without food. Along the way, her mother's brothers were murdered and her grandmother was run over and killed. When they arrived at the Azarinci ghetto, her mother died of typhus. Gitel managed to survive in the ghetto thanks to her aunts, who protected her. In March 1944, when she was five years old, the ghetto was liberated. She and her father set out on a journey of hundreds of kilometers back home, with her father carrying her in his arms. When they arrived in Brzeczny, they discovered that their home had been destroyed and most of their family had perished. Gitel lost dozens of her family members in the Holocaust, including her mother, grandmother, uncles, and aunts. Gitel immigrated to Israel in 1973. She is currently the chairwoman of the Association of Survivors of Concentration Camps and Ghettos in Israel. In 2016, the association planted a grove in the Ruhama Forest in the western Negev, in memory of the million and a half Jewish children who perished in the Holocaust. "It is important for me to march on the March of the Living in Auschwitz, to remember and identify with the Jews who went to the crematoria and with the million and a half children who were murdered in the Holocaust". Gitel is also a member of the board of Yad Vashem, and the Center for Holocaust Survivors' Organizations, and a member of the executive board of the Claims Conference. (Ziv Koren/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Holocaust survivors visit Auschwitz on 80th anniversary of death camp liberation
EXCLUSIVE: April 23rd, 2025 - Outside Auschwitz, Poland: Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), Year of birth: 1939 | Place of birth: Moldova. Gitel Koifman (Brunsport), now known as Gita, was born in 1939 in Briceni, Moldova. As a child, she was affectionately nicknamed Gitelae. In June 1941, the German army deported the Jews to Transnistria. Gitel and her family were forced to march there on foot, in harsh conditions of cold and mud, and without food. Along the way, her mother's brothers were murdered and her grandmother was run over and killed. When they arrived at the Azarinci ghetto, her mother died of typhus. Gitel managed to survive in the ghetto thanks to her aunts, who protected her. In March 1944, when she was five years old, the ghetto was liberated. She and her father set out on a journey of hundreds of kilometers back home, with her father carrying her in his arms. When they arrived in Brzeczny, they discovered that their home had been destroyed and most of their family had perished. Gitel lost dozens of her family members in the Holocaust, including her mother, grandmother, uncles, and aunts. Gitel immigrated to Israel in 1973. She is currently the chairwoman of the Association of Survivors of Concentration Camps and Ghettos in Israel. In 2016, the association planted a grove in the Ruhama Forest in the western Negev, in memory of the million and a half Jewish children who perished in the Holocaust. "It is important for me to march on the March of the Living in Auschwitz, to remember and identify with the Jews who went to the crematoria and with the million and a half children who were murdered in the Holocaust". Gitel is also a member of the board of Yad Vashem, and the Center for Holocaust Survivors' Organizations, and a member of the executive board of the Claims Conference. (Ziv Koren/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets Maia Sandu, President of Moldova for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
16/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly holds bilateral meeting with Nice Popescu, Minster of Foreign Affairs for a bilateral meeting in Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
15/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Nicole Popescu, Minister of Foreign affairs for the Republic of Moldova, are shown around the Mile?tii Mici, which is claimed to be the world’s largest wine cellar during a visit to Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visits Moldova
15/03/2023. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Nicole Popescu, Minister of Foreign affairs for the Republic of Moldova, are shown around the Mile?tii Mici, which is claimed to be the world’s largest wine cellar during a visit to Moldova. Picture by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street / eyevine
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ROYALS - ESC 2021: 2. Halbfinale
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Natalia Gordienko of Moldova performs during the Second-Semi-Final of the 65th Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam on May 20th, 2021.
65th Eurovision Song Contest, Semi Final 2, Rotterdam, The Netherlands - 20 May 2021
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ROYALS - ESC 2021: 2. Halbfinale
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Natalia Gordienko of Moldova performs during the Second-Semi-Final of the 65th Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam on May 20th, 2021.
65th Eurovision Song Contest, Semi Final 2, Rotterdam, The Netherlands - 20 May 2021
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ROYALS - ESC 2021: 2. Halbfinale
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Natalia Gordienko of Moldova performs during the Second-Semi-Final of the 65th Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam on May 20th, 2021.
65th Eurovision Song Contest, Semi Final 2, Rotterdam, The Netherlands - 20 May 2021
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PEOPLE - ESC Kiev: Die Generalproben für den ersten Halbfinal laufen auf Hochtouren
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Sunstroke Project of Moldova perform their song "Hey, Mamma!"
62nd Annual Eurovision Song Contest, Rehearsals, Kiev, Ukraine - 08 May 2017
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PEOPLE - ESC Kiev: Die Generalproben für den ersten Halbfinal laufen auf Hochtouren
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Sunstroke Project of Moldova
62nd Annual Eurovision Song Contest, Rehearsals, Kiev, Ukraine - 08 May 2017
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301x)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301z)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301y)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301v)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301w)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301u)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301r)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301s)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301t)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301q)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301o)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301p)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301n)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301m)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301l)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301k)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301j)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301i)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301h)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301g)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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Soviet breakaway republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe - Feb 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Amos Chapple / Rex Features (2148301f)
The Soviet Time-Slip Territory Of Transnistria
Located on a sliver of land running along the eastern border of Moldova, the self declared independent country of Transnistria clings to its Soviet roots.
Located on the border of the Ukraine, Transnistria has its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system, but remains unrecognised internationally.
And this time-slip territory maintains a Soviet feel that has been described as "surreal", with even the flag sporting the hammer and sickle emblem of Communism.
As the Soviet Union began to fragment in the late 1980s Moldova effectively had independence thrust upon it.
A growing sense of nationalism saw a number of new laws proposed, including a move towards making Moldovan the nation's only official language.
For many in the east of the country this was seen as the beginning of a process that would eventually exclude Russian speakers from public life.
So in September 1990 the region of Transnistria proclaimed its secession from Moldova.
Two months later, when Moldovan police attempted to forcibly remove new checkpoints to the region, a civil war was ignited.
Lasting for two years, this conflict cost the lives of approximately 700 fighters and civilians.
It was concluded by a ceasefire in July 1992 and although this tense truce remains in place today Transnistria's political status remains unresolved.
Though it has all the trappings of an independent nation it isn't officially recognised by any other sovereign nation - not even Russia - and to all intents and purposes is still considered to be part of Moldova.
Today, there is a heavy Russian military presence in Transnistria - an agreement made as part of the ceasefire - and Soviet soldiers remain a highly visible presence.
Visitors to Transnistria coming from Moldova mu...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/COQSWIITZ
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