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Romanian Court Extends Georgescu Detention 30 Days

By Drooid · Oct 29, 2026 · How we work

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A Romanian court extended far-right politician Calin Georgescu’s pre-trial detention by 30 days.
The Bucharest Court of Appeal reversed an October 13 ruling that would have placed Georgescu under house arrest.
Prosecutors allege Georgescu and two others convinced a businessman to give €1.1 million by promising a €15 million credit line.
Georgescu denied wrongdoing, calling the investigations politically motivated.
Hundreds of supporters protested, entering the Bucharest court building to demand his release.

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A Romanian court extended far-right politician Calin Georgescu’s pre-trial detention by 30 days.
The Bucharest Court of Appeal reversed an October 13 ruling that would have placed Georgescu under house arrest.
Prosecutors allege Georgescu and two others convinced a businessman to give €1.1 million by promising a €15 million credit line.
Georgescu denied wrongdoing, calling the investigations politically motivated.
Hundreds of supporters protested, entering the Bucharest court building to demand his release.