Russia says it is unfamiliar with Romania's pro-Moscow presidential candidate Calin Georgescu

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Calin Georgescu, a far-right candidate in Romania, led the first round of the presidential election on Sunday. He will face a little-known mayor in the second round scheduled for December 8. Georgescu has criticized NATO and Romania's support for Ukraine. His campaign gained traction through social media, calling for an end to aid for Ukraine. Russia's Kremlin spokesman stated they are not familiar with Georgescu's views. He noted that Romania is currently not seen as a friendly country by Russia.


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