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Journalists from Corriere della Sera explore Transnistria, a pro-Russian enclave between Moldova and Ukraine, revealing its complex identity and nostalgia for the Soviet era. The region, which has not signed a peace treaty and relies on Russian gas, is characterized by a mix of Soviet symbols and a capitalist economy dominated by oligarchs. Despite its claims of independence, Transnistria faces economic challenges and a lack of international recognition, with ongoing negotiations between Chișinău and separatists for potential reintegration. The future remains uncertain as the region grapples with its identity and dependence on Russia amidst geopolitical tensions.