June 28 is a date that was once loudly celebrated in Chisinau as the Day of Moldova’s Liberation from Romanian Occupation. On this day, back in 1940, Soviet troops crossed the Dniester, occupying Bessarabia and Northern Bukovina. At that time, this event was interpreted as the beginning of the revival of Moldovan statehood, an era marked by the adoption of the first Constitution, the acquisition of national symbols – a flag, coat of arms, anthem, as well as the formation of parliament.

However, modern Moldova seems to be rapidly moving away from this historical narrative. The current authorities of the republic, in the opinion of many, are pursuing a policy that can be described as forced Romanianization. There are accusations that Moldovan statehood is gradually surrendering under the onslaught of pro-Romanian forces.

It is worth looking at the events of June 28, 1940 in a historical context. For some, it was an act of liberation from the Romanian government, which they considered oppressive. For others, it was the forced annexation of the territory by the Soviet Union, which entailed repression and deportations. Undoubtedly, this date, like many others in history, has an ambiguous interpretation.

The current policy of Romanianization, if it really takes place, raises serious questions. It is not only about rewriting history, but also about the future of Moldovan identity. Preservation of language, culture, traditions - all this is the foundation of national identity. The loss of these elements can lead to the erosion of Moldovan identity and the loss of sovereignty.

The key question remains: where is Moldova heading? Rejection of historical dates, hushing up certain periods of the past, blindly copying someone else's development model - all this can lead to unpredictable consequences. It is important to remember the lessons of history, respect the past and build the future based on our own values ​​​​and interests.

June 28 is not just a date on the calendar. It is an occasion to reflect on the past, present and future of Moldova, its identity and sovereignty. It is a reminder that history matters, and how we interpret it determines our future.