Thousands protest against Moldova's new government
09:56, 7 April 2009
CHISINAU. April 7. KAZINFORM. About 3,000 young people have gathered on a central square in Moldova's capital Chisinau to protest against the newly elected government, police said; Kazinform refers to RIA Novosti.
Some of the protesters are demanding Moldova's reunification with Romania, while others are chanting "Down with the Communists!" Traffic along the city's thoroughfare has ground to a halt, but police say they have the situation under control.
Moldova's Communist Party, led by President Vladimir Voronin, garnered 50% of the vote in Sunday's parliamentary election; Kazinform cites RIA Novosti. Full version you can see at www.en.rian.ru