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Romanian PM Resigns Amid Shock Election Results

5/5/2025

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Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu stepped down on Monday following a disappointing presidential election for his coalition, as nationalist George Simion surged with 40.9% of the vote. This unexpected turn has plunged Romania into political uncertainty, with Ciolacu's party refusing to back either runoff candidate. An interim prime minister will soon be appointed by President Ilie Bolojan.

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Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu stepped down on Monday following a disappointing presidential election for his coalition, as nationalist George Simion surged with 40.9% of the vote. This unexpected turn has plunged Romania into political uncertainty, with Ciolacu's party refusing to back either runoff candidate. An interim prime minister will soon be appointed by President Ilie Bolojan.