Russia will try to influence the presidential elections in Moldova which will be held this fall, according to a joint statement by the governments of the United States, Britain, and Canada. The three governments emphasize that they share President Maia Sandu’s concern about the Kremlin’s use of criminal groups to finance political activities and undermine Moldova’s democratic institutions. According to the United States, Britain, and Canada, Russian actors in Moldova are conspiring to influence the outcome of the presidential elections. In particular, they are planning to initiate protests in …