Moldova: Police Brutality at LGBT March Sparks Outrage

Chisinau LGBT March: Police Clash with Counter-Protesters Chisinau, Moldova – Tensions escalated during the LGBT march in Chisinau on June 15, 2025, as police forcefully dispersed counter-protesters. Video footage shows a chaotic scene with officers pushing and shoving individuals. One particularly striking moment captured on video shows police intervening to remove a child from a man's arms. The video, which has circulated widely online, has sparked debate about the police's actions and the handling of the protest. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous, describing the scene as "overwhelming and violent." Another video shows a priest being detained by police. The police action has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising the officers for maintaining order and others criticizing their use of force. Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the incident. The video serves as a visual record of the events, raising questions about the balance between freedom of assembly and public safety during protests.