The runoff vote in Romania's presidential election features a surprising lead by far-right candidate Calin Georgescu with 22.9%, challenging expectations of social democratic Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu.
Political commentator Radu Magdin noted that Georgescu's rise from single digits in the polls to a leading position is unprecedented in Romania's democratic history since 1989, marking a significant shift.
Georgescu, a NATO-sceptic, critiques the alliance's effectiveness in protecting its members, showcasing a broader skepticism among Romanian voters towards established international security frameworks.
Elena Lasconi, the center-right candidate, advanced to the runoff with 19.16%, demonstrating a strategic shift in Romanian politics that may reshape future governance.
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