Authorities in Romania arrested six individuals for allegedly plotting a coup to overthrow the government and withdraw from NATO. The group, which includes a 101-year-old former general, is accused of colluding with foreign agents, particularly from Russia. They planned to form a paramilitary militia and introduce a new constitution. The arrests come amid rising tensions between Romania and Russia, following the expulsion of two Russian officials accused of involvement with radical political elements in Romania. The allegations involve foreign influence in domestic politics, heightening existing diplomatic strains.
The group allegedly wanted to establish a paramilitary militia, overthrow the Romanian government and pull the country out of NATO.
Romanian prosecutors also said the suspects intended to introduce a new constitution.
Rising tensions between Romania and Russia are highlighted by the arrests following the expulsion of two Russian officials.
The former officer is a Holocaust denier who has praised Romania's fascist leadership from the World War II.
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