Romania's constitutional court annuls 2024 presidential election first round results
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Romania's constitutional court has annulled the first round of the 2024 presidential election, which saw far-right candidate Calin Georgescu narrowly leading. This decision means the scheduled second round against centrist candidate Elena Lasconi will not occur. The court's ruling, based on constitutional grounds, requires the government to restart the electoral process. This follows allegations of Russian interference and a recount ordered by the court just days earlier. Georgescu's campaign faced scrutiny over potential foreign influence, including cyber-attacks and social media manipulation. Protests against his candidacy have emerged, with demonstrators expressing concerns about the implications for Romania's pro-Western stance.