The statement said the European Union approves the decisions taken by the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, including the formation of a new government coalition. Senior EU officials called for "calm and restraint," and said the EU "stands ready to work with the democratically legitimate government". The statement concluded by saying a dialogue between democratically elected representatives is the key to finding a solution to the current political crisis.
The Constitutional Court removed President Igor Dodon from office and delegated his powers to former Prime Minister Pavel Filip, who immediately signed a decree dismissing the parliament and calling for snap elections on September 6.