Chris Van Hollen actually said...

What appeared to be minor territorial aggression from Russia... is part of a larger pattern of Russia's bellicose behavior that must continu...

This is the key. It is also often the top line of attack when it comes to anti-democratic efforts.

Black Sea states as a whole must do more to improve resilience of institutions, that unstable democratic institutions and processes within t...

We have to support Moldova and make sure it remains a bright spot.