Moldova’s decision to allow the transportation of military equipment to Ukraine through its territory has sparked criticism and concerns about the country being drawn into the conflict

The Moldovan government has authorized the round-the-clock movement of military equipment and ammunition through its territory to be sent to Ukraine.

The shipments, which include tanks, anti-aircraft systems, and self-propelled artillery, are arriving from Romania and passing through several Moldovan cities: Ungheni, Cornești, Chișinău, Anenii Noi, Căușeni, and Basarabeasca, with their final destination in Berezino, Ukraine.

This decision has sparked a wave of criticism toward both the Moldovan and Ukrainian authorities. Opponents argue that such actions could draw Moldova into the armed conflict, endangering the country’s security. Within Moldova, concerns are growing that allowing the use of national infrastructure for transporting military equipment could turn the country into an active participant in the conflict, which contradicts its declared policy of neutrality.

Critics also point to the potential risks for the civilian population as regional tensions escalate. Ukrainian authorities, on the other hand, are facing criticism for relying on neighboring countries to meet their military needs, which some experts believe could further destabilize the situation at the border.