Romania is in the midst of a political shake-up! On Monday, Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu resigned after far-right euroskeptic George Simion stunned voters in a re-run presidential vote by scoring around 41%! 😮
Ciolacu announced that his center-left Social Democrats are pulling out of the pro-Western coalition, leaving cabinet ministers in an interim role until a new majority forms. This coalition, which once united center-left parties, centrist Liberals, and the ethnic Hungarian UDMR, was key to keeping Romania on its NATO-supported path.
Simion, who previously earned only 14% in polls, appears to have captured a dramatic shift in voter sentiment. His surge follows a cancelled first attempt at the election five months ago amid interference allegations, adding extra spice to an already turbulent scene. Now, he will face Bucharest mayor Nicusor Dan—a centrist independent—in a run-off on May 18, while coalition candidate Crin Antonescu finished third.
Political analysts warn that a Simion victory could isolate Romania, impact private investments, and even unsettle NATO’s strategic support for Ukraine. This unfolding drama is a vivid reminder that political landscapes can change as fast as your favorite tech updates! 🚀
Stay tuned as Romania's political story continues to unfold in real time.
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Romania PM resigns after far-right wins first round of president vote
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