Romania confirms pro-Russian candidate's lead in presidential vote recount
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A recount of Romania's presidential vote has confirmed pro-Russian candidate Călin Georgescu's lead, with no significant differences from the original results. The electoral authority is still reviewing ballots cast abroad. The country's top court ordered the recount due to concerns about Russian interference. A decision on whether to certify the results or call for a new election is expected soon. In legislative elections, Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu's party received the most votes, while nationalist far-right groups gained ground. Coalition talks are anticipated to form a pro-European majority in a fragmented parliament.