Romania prepares for presidential election with key candidates in the running
Marcel Ciolacu, Romania's Prime Minister and leader of the Social Democratic Party, is the leading candidate in the upcoming presidential election. He is expected to face far-right nationalist George Simion in a potential runoff on December 8. Simion, who leads the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, recently denied allegations of ties to Russian intelligence. He has gained attention for his nationalist platform and support for Donald Trump. The election on Sunday features 13 candidates, with parliamentary elections also scheduled for December 1. Key candidates include Elena Lasconi, Mircea Geoana, and Nicolae Ciuca, amid concerns that major issues are being overlooked.