WorldTransnistrians join Putin’s fast-track citizenship program, leader says
Transnistrian leader Vadim Krasnoselsky said the first 40 residents had received Russian passports under Vladimir Putin’s newly introduced simplified citizenship procedure. More than 60,000 people have applied, overwhelming consular services and leading to suspended appointments; Moldovan citizens are not covered by the rules.
Transnistrians join Putin’s fast-track citizenship program, leader says