Romanian far-right candidate clarifies stance on NATO and EU after election win

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Calin Georgescu, the unexpected far-right winner of Romania's presidential election first round, has stated he does not intend to leave NATO or the European Union. This marks a shift from his previous critical stance on these alliances. Georgescu, who gained support from young voters and Romanians abroad, will face centrist candidate Elena Lasconi in a run-off on December 8. His campaign was notably promoted on TikTok, raising concerns about potential manipulation of public opinion. Protests erupted in Bucharest and other cities following his victory, with demonstrators expressing opposition to his far-right views. Romania's National Audiovisual Council has called for an investigation into TikTok's role in the election.


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