Chaos erupts in Romania after far-right frontrunner banned from presidential vote
Calin Georgescu, the far-right frontrunner in Romania’s presidential vote, has been barred from running in May’s election, in an explosive decision that sparked violence on the streets of Bucharest and came despite pressure from Washington to “listen” to voters’ demands.
Romania's far-right candidate Calin Georgescu to challenge presidential election ban
Romanian far-right presidential contender Calin Georgescu said on Monday he would challenge a decision to bar him from taking part in an election rerun in May, but analysts said his chances of standing were slim amid fears of Russian meddling.
Barred from Romania’s presidential election rerun, Calin Georgescu appeals decision at top court
Romanian far-right populist Calin Georgescu has appealed the decision to bar him from running in the country’s presidential election rerun
Romania court upholds ban on far-right populist running for president
Romanian far-right populist Calin Georgescu has lost his appeal against a ruling barring him from participating in May's presidential election. The Constitutional court issued the final ruling on Tuesday afternoon after deliberating for two hours.
Former PM Ponta joins Romania presidential race after Georgescu barred
Former Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta joined the race for May's presidential election re-run on Wednesday, throwing the contest wide open after pro-Russian far-right candidate Calin Georgescu was barred from running.
A top Romanian court upholds the ban on far-right Georgescu’s presidential bid
A top Romanian court has rejected an appeal by far-right politician Calin Georgescu to lift a ban on his candidacy in the presidential rerun
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Bucharest NGOs criticize decision to reportedly allow car access in Băneasa Forest
Over 30 NGOs and civic groups in Bucharest are protesting a recent decision by Ilfov’s Forestry Directorate and the ...
Romania hard right seeks replacement for Georgescu in presidential race
Former Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta joined the race for May's presidential election re-run on Wednesday as the hard ...
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Despite Russian-backed Georgescu barred from presidential race, Romania's far-right still aim to win
Protests erupted in downtown Bucharest following the Central Electoral Bureau's decision to ban Russian-backed far-right ...
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Major residential project Militari Residence in Bucharest suburbs further expands
Militari Residence, the largest residential agglomeration in Romania located in Bucharest's suburb Chiajna, developed by ...
Video. Chaos in Bucharest after Georgescu barred from election rerun
Video. Chaos broke out in Romania's capital on Sunday as supporters of Calin Georgescu protested the electoral body's ...
PHOTO COLLECTION: Romania Election Protests
A supporter of Calin Georgescu reacts during a protest after Romania’s electoral body rejected his candidacy in the ...
Barred from Romania’s presidential election rerun, Calin Georgescu will appeal decision at top court
The 62-year-old Georgescu will lodge his appeal to Romania’s Constitutional Court in the capital Bucharest, a day after the ...
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Bucharest Pride: Diversity march to hold anniversary edition in June
The 20th edition of the Bucharest Pride march is scheduled for June 7, organizer Accept announced. The march, where ...