Romania PM fends off far-right opponent in presidential first round

Pro-European Social Democrat Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was leading in Sunday's first round of Romania's presidential election, according to two exit polls released soon after the end of voting. Among the other candidates, far-right leader George Simion is campaigning to replace President Klaus Iohannis, a liberal and staunch Ukraine ally. 

Nov 24, 2024 - 17:00
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Romania PM fends off far-right opponent in presidential first round
Pro-European Social Democrat Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was leading in Sunday's first round of Romania's presidential election, according to two exit polls released soon after the end of voting. Among the other candidates, far-right leader George Simion is campaigning to replace President Klaus Iohannis, a liberal and staunch Ukraine ally. 

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