Romania's top court cancels first round of presidential election won by far-right candidate

Romania's Constitutional Court has annulled the first round of the presidential election, which was won by far-right candidate Calin Georgescu. This decision follows allegations of a Russian online campaign that improperly favored Georgescu, distorting the election results. The court's ruling is final and cites illegal digital practices and undeclared funding as reasons for the annulment. President Klaus Iohannis has stated he will remain in office until a new election is scheduled, following the formation of a new government. Voting for the runoff had already begun abroad when the court's decision was announced. Both Georgescu and second-place candidate Elena Lasconi condemned the ruling, claiming it undermines democracy and the will of the voters.