Daily life continues in capital Tiraspol as Transnistria faces an energy crisis

TRANSNISTRIA - JANUARY 26: A hand holding a Transnistrian ruble is seen as daily life continues in Tiraspol, Transnistria region, which is facing a serious energy crisis due to Russia's suspension of gas deliveries on January 26, 2025. Russian energy giant Gazprom halted natural gas deliveries to Europe on Jan. 1 after Ukraine refused to extend the agreement and to Transnistria due to unpaid debts. The region, which has been backed by Russia for years, has been left without gas, facing severe challenges during the winter season. With a state of emergency declared, the gas supply cut has also led to power outages in the region. (Photo by Stringer/Anadolu via Getty Images)