A presidential election has been called off, but the discontent that propelled the surging campaign of a rightist firebrand rages on.
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Romanian Court Annuls Presidential Election
The decision came days after the government asserted that there had been “cyberattacks” meant to undermine the vote and security council documents indicated possible Russian meddling.
Centrist Party Edges Out Far-Right Challengers in Romania
The center-left Social Democrats won the most votes in a parliamentary election but a strong nationalist showing could make it difficult to form a stable, Western-oriented government.
Romania Court Orders a Recount After Surprise Election Result
A top court issued the ruling just days after an ultranationalist outsider unexpectedly won the most votes in the first round of presidential elections held Sunday.
Hard-Right Candidate Wins First Round of Romania’s Presidential Election
Calin Georgescu, who had been widely dismissed as a fringe candidate, won the most votes on Sunday with 22.9 percent. He will face a more centrist opponent in the second round on Dec. 8.
Tom Jarriel, Globetrotting ABC News Reporter, Is Dead at 89
In his 37 years at the network, he was a White House correspondent, weekend anchor and correspondent for “20/20.” He won 19 Emmy Awards.
Gender Identity Changes Must Be Recognized Across E.U. Borders, Court Rules
A man who changed his name and gender identity in Britain successfully challenged to have them legally recognized by Romania. “I’m representing everyone who is affected.”
Death Toll Rises as Deadly Floods Threaten Central Europe: What We Know
At least 17 people have died and thousands have been displaced. “Relief is not expected to come before tomorrow, and more likely, the day after,” an official in Austria said.
Ukraine Says Russian Missile Hit Grain Ship in Black Sea
If confirmed, the attack would be the first on a commercial vessel in open waters since the 2022 invasion, and a sharp escalation of hostilities in the Black Sea.
Hiker’s Death Prompts Move to Allow Wider Bear Cull in Romania
But some experts described the planned cull as excessive and said it would not keep people safe.