George Simion, a far-right, eurosceptic politician, emerged as the clear winner in the first round of Romania's presidential election re-run on Sunday, securing 41% of the vote. He will face Bucharest's Mayor Nicusor Dan, who came in second with 21%, in a runoff scheduled for May 18.
Simion’s strong performance signals growing support for nationalist and anti-EU sentiment in Romania, echoing Donald Trump's political style. He campaigned on restoring Romanian sovereignty, rejecting EU influence, and aligning closely with the U.S. under Trump's vision. He also opposes military assistance to Ukraine.
He dominated domestically by winning 36 of 47 regions and secured a majority of the overseas vote. Dan, an anti-corruption candidate, warned that the second round would be a crucial choice between a pro-Western and an isolationist future for Romania.
The vote follows a previously cancelled election allegedly disrupted by Russian interference. Simion’s rise has been partly fueled by the popularity of banned far-right figure Calin Georgescu, who supported him publicly on election day.
Analysts warn a Simion presidency could destabilize Romania’s political scene, weaken investment, and shift EU power dynamics further toward nationalist leadership.
Populist candidate George Simion is on track to win the first round of Romania’s presidential election, fueling concerns over the country’s future direction.
On the sidelines of the Istanbul Natural Resources Summit, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Energy, Parviz Shahbazov, held bilateral meetings with Bulgarian Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov and Romanian Energy Minister Sebastian-Ioan Burduja.
Romanians vote Sunday in a rerun presidential election with far-right eurosceptic George Simion leading the polls, a potential upset that could unsettle markets and raise alarms in the EU and NATO.
Romania will return to the polls on May 4 for a rerun of its presidential election, following the unprecedented annulment of the previous vote in December 2024 over alleged Russian interference. A potential second-round runoff is scheduled for May 18.
Mircea Abrudean, Acting President of the Romanian Senate, began an official visit to Azerbaijan on April 13 to strengthen diplomatic ties and explore expanded cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, education, and inter-parliamentary dialogue.
Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will part ways with the club at the end of the season, marking the end of a remarkable 20-year journey that began when he joined the academy at just six years old.
Trump orders end to federal enforcement of "disparate impact" civil rights protections, removing a key tool against systemic bias in jobs, housing, and lending. Critics warn the move could worsen inequality and face major legal challenges.
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Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has announced the upcoming release of a documentary film about Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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New Tesla registrations in Denmark collapsed 67 % in April to 180 vehicles, industry data showed Thursday, underscoring a sharp demand drop for the EV maker in one of its once-strong European markets.
Azerbaijan Railways (ADY) will buy seven new locomotives and spare parts from Chinese company "CRRC Ziyang Co., Ltd”. under a $26 million agreement.
India and Japan have agreed to strengthen defense industry collaboration and expand maritime cooperation, signaling a deepening of their strategic partnership amid growing regional security challenges.
Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will part ways with the club at the end of the season, marking the end of a remarkable 20-year journey that began when he joined the academy at just six years old.
Trump orders end to federal enforcement of "disparate impact" civil rights protections, removing a key tool against systemic bias in jobs, housing, and lending. Critics warn the move could worsen inequality and face major legal challenges.
Azerbaijan is committed to deepening its mutually beneficial ties with Belarus, Prime Minister Ali Asadov said during an extended meeting with his Belarusian counterpart, Alexander Turchin, who is currently on an official visit to Azerbaijan.
Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will part ways with the club at the end of the season, marking the end of a remarkable 20-year journey that began when he joined the academy at just six years old.
Trump orders end to federal enforcement of "disparate impact" civil rights protections, removing a key tool against systemic bias in jobs, housing, and lending. Critics warn the move could worsen inequality and face major legal challenges.
Europe needs to invest trillions of dollars to modernize its outdated electricity grids and expand energy storage, as green energy use rises and demand surges, analysts and industry leaders say.
Azerbaijan is committed to deepening its mutually beneficial ties with Belarus, Prime Minister Ali Asadov said during an extended meeting with his Belarusian counterpart, Alexander Turchin, who is currently on an official visit to Azerbaijan.
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