The Senate expresses robust support and appreciation for the Republic of **Romania** and the Republic of **Moldova**, commending their efforts to strengthen state sovereignty and **democracy** in eastern Europe despite significant pressure from Russia. It applauds Romania's crucial leadership within **NATO** and the **European Union**, noting its substantial defense spending and critical support for Ukraine. Moldova is recognized for its steadfast commitment to strengthening democracy, its progress towards European Union membership, and its provision of humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. The resolution condemns Russia's malign efforts to pressure and manipulate these democratic sovereign states, including attempts to interfere in their elections and weaponize energy supplies. It urges the international community, particularly the European Union, to increase support for Romania and Moldova's democracies ahead of their 2025 elections, including by releasing a full report on **Russian interference** in Romania's 2024 presidential election. Furthermore, it calls upon the United States Government to strengthen bilateral and multilateral engagements to bolster their security and ensure **election integrity**.