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Romania Votes in Presidential Runoff as Exit Polls Awaited

The tight race between nationalist George Simion and pro-EU Nicușor Dan could reshape Romania's role in the EU and NATO.

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Overview

  • Romania is holding the second round of its presidential election today, with voting set to close at 9 pm local time and exit polls expected shortly after.
  • The election follows the annulment of the November 2024 vote due to allegations of Russian interference and the disqualification of nationalist candidate Calin Georgescu.
  • Nationalist George Simion, who opposes military aid to Ukraine and has expressed support for Donald Trump, faces centrist Nicușor Dan, a pro-EU, pro-NATO candidate pledging anti-corruption reforms.
  • Opinion polls leading up to the runoff showed the race nearly tied, with Dan holding a slight edge over Simion in the final days.
  • The election outcome is seen as pivotal for Romania's geopolitical alignment within the EU and NATO, particularly given its proximity to Ukraine and the ongoing war.