Romania's central election authority has disqualified far-right pro-Russia candidate Calin Georgescu from participating in the re-run of the presidential election scheduled for May. His candidacy was blocked following allegations of Russian meddling, which have been denied by Moscow. Supporters rallied outside the electoral office, voicing their dissent. The decision has been criticized by far-right leaders as undemocratic and could be contested in the constitutional court. Georgescu, who is under criminal investigation for multiple charges, including links to fascist organizations, has denied any misconduct.
Romania's central election authority barred far-right candidate Calin Georgescu from the presidential election re-run, a decision leaders termed undemocratic and challengeable in court.
Supporters of Georgescu protested outside the election bureau, accusing the government of suppressing political opposition amid ongoing allegations of Russian interference in the electoral process.
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