Forty-eight hours before Romanians were set to vote in a presidential election run-off, the entire process was canceled due to an unprecedented ruling by the constitutional court. The decision to annul the first round came after a far-right independent candidate, Calin Georgescu, unexpectedly took the lead in the initial round amid accusations of Russian interference. Georgescu has criticized the ruling as a coup, and Romania may have to wait several months to hold the election again.
The court’s ruling cited concerns about Russian meddling and cyber attacks, prompting the decision to cancel the vote and set a new date for a re-run. The annulment has divided opinions among Romanians, with some supporting the decision while others see it as a threat to democracy. Incumbent President Klaus Iohannis will continue to serve until the next election, which is scheduled to take place in three to four months.
Georgescu, a relatively unknown candidate, denies any ties to Russia and has called for a Romania-first approach in international relations. Despite facing allegations of election fraud and Russian interference, Georgescu may still run in the new election. The future of Romanian democracy remains uncertain as the country navigates this unprecedented situation. Sarah Rainsford de la BBC. ¿Tomarán las calles o buscarán apoyar a Calin Georgescu u otro candidato nacionalista cuando Rumania vuelva eventualmente a las urnas?