Romanian far-right candidate Calin Georgescu barred from May presidential vote

Romanian far-right candidate Calin Georgescu barred from May presidential vote

[South China Morning Post] - 03/9/2025

The decision follows the cancellation of the December election due to alleged Russian interference.



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