### [2026-07-4](/feed/2026/07/4/index.md)

##### Moldova–Russia relations
# A Russian cultural center in Chișinău, Moldova, closes after the government orders its shutdown, citing security concerns linked to Russian influence and drone incidents amid strained bilateral relations. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/russian-cultural-centre-closes-moldova-after-government-order-2026-07-04/)

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