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George Simion Seeks Referendum After Strong Election Victory

5/9/2025

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Romanian right-wing politician George Simion, fresh off a 41% win in the presidential election's first round, is pushing for a referendum to revisit last year's annulled election, alleging a coup. With a strong stance against military aid to Ukraine, he aims to bolster Romania's sovereignty within the EU. The decisive runoff is set for May 18.

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Romanian right-wing politician George Simion, fresh off a 41% win in the presidential election's first round, is pushing for a referendum to revisit last year's annulled election, alleging a coup. With a strong stance against military aid to Ukraine, he aims to bolster Romania's sovereignty within the EU. The decisive runoff is set for May 18.