Russian and Ukrainian forces continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians have fled the country. Russia has nearly doubled its defense budget for 2024 compared to the previous year and is working to revitalize its military industry.
In Moldova, which borders Ukraine, a pro-Russian organization is making moves that are causing concern. The Sandu administration in Moldova is becoming increasingly pro-Western and aims to join the European Union (EU), so it is wary of any intervention by the Putin administration.