Elena Lasconi ousts Prime Minister in Romania's presidential election surprise

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In Romania's presidential election, Elena Lasconi of the Save Romania Union has unexpectedly ousted Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, who was favored to win. Călin Georgescu, a hard-right NATO critic, will face Lasconi in the December 8 run-off. Both candidates received around 22% of the vote, with Georgescu's rise from single digits in polls surprising many. This outcome could impact Romania's pro-Ukraine stance amid ongoing regional tensions. The election results mark a significant shift, as leaders of the two largest parties were eliminated in the first round. Voter turnout included strong support from Romanians abroad, particularly for Lasconi.


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