The **Patriotic Electoral Bloc (BEP)** is a pro-Russian political alliance in Moldova formed by three main parties: the Socialists, the Communists, and Hearth and Future of Moldova. It was officially launched as an electoral coalition ahead of the September 28, 2025 parliamentary elections with the campaign slogan “We Believe in Moldova”[2]. The bloc is led by notable figures including former president Vladimir Voronin (Communists) and Igor Dodon (Socialists), both emphasizing patriotism and national revival as central themes[2]. The bloc aims to mobilize patriotic sentiments, restore public faith in the country, reconcile society, fight poverty, support agriculture, and improve education and healthcare[2]. Historically, the Patriotic Bloc has been the only returning alliance among opposition groups in the 2025 Moldovan parliament, representing a consistent pro-Russian force opposing the pro-EU ruling party, PAS (Action and Solidarity Party)[1]. Polls before the election showed the Patriotic Bloc narrowly leading PAS, with an estimated 42 seats in the 101-member legislature compared to PAS’s 40, indicating a highly competitive political landscape[3]. The bloc’s close competition with PAS highlights Moldova’s geopolitical division between pro-European integration and pro-Russian influence[3][5]. The Patriotic Bloc’s significance lies not only in its electoral strength but also in its potential to influence parliamentary dynamics. Smaller parties and blocs may form situational alliances with the Patriotic Bloc, impacting governance and EU integration prospects[1][3]. Its leaders project a vision focused on national sovereignty and social stability, though political analysts warn that internal cohesion and the bloc’s alignment with Kremlin interests could affect Moldova's democratic resilience and reform agenda[4][7]. Currently, the Patriotic Bloc remains a pivotal player in Moldovan politics, shaping the balance of power between East and West within the country and influencing the future direction of Moldova’s domestic policies and international alignment