The crisis in Ukraine has influenced the way in which the security options of the Republic of Moldova are analyzed. On the other hand, this phenomenon determined an increased interest from the European structures towards the Republic of Moldova. These two aspects of the crisis from Ukraine reflect the uncertainty persisting in the Moldovan society related to the security of the territory under the State border. This article assesses the main trends in the security system of the Republic of Moldova from the perspective of the Ukrainian crisis consequences. Finally, we cannot neglect the fact that the Republic of Moldova – a state with profound vulnerabilities in the area of security and defense – should be concerned more than ever with the assessment of the alternatives existing for ensuring its own security. Unfortunately, the political instability, but mainly the lack of will, courage, and vision among the ruling parties, has determined the lack of any progress in the area related to enhancing the capacities of the country in the area of security and defense.