Transnistria remains Moscow bastion as Moldova pivots to EU; frozen conflict persists

El País reports on Transnistria's de facto statehood—its own border, security forces, government, and judiciary—despite no international recognition, as Moldova accelerates EU integration. The piece underscores the enduring Kremlin military presence and the unresolved frozen conflict, which continues to complicate Moldova's sovereignty and EU accession. No new development is reported; the item is a descriptive feature reaffirming the status quo.