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Poland detains eight over suspected Russia-linked sabotage, says PM Tusk

Two suspects were also arrested in Romania for allegedly depositing incendiary devices at an international courier company in Bucharest.

Euronews

At least three killed and 13 injured in explosion at Romania apartment block

The explosion affected the fifth and sixth floors of the eight-story building, according to the capital's Inspectorate for Emergency Situations.

Euronews

Lawsuits accuse former California megachurch pastor of child sex abuse in Bucharest

Two Romanian men have filed lawsuits in U.S. District Court in California accusing a former megachurch pastor of sexually abusing and trafficking children for years at a shelter he ran in Bucharest

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Steaua Bucharest facing UEFA sanctions over racist chants vs Aberdeen

Steaua Bucharest are set to face sanctions from UEFA after their fans were reported for racism after their Europa League win against Aberdeen.

The National (Scotland)

Photos of a display of aerobatics and military air power at the Bucharest International Air Show

Romanians gathered at Bucharest’s Aurel Vlaicu airport for the BIAS 2025 International Air Show, where more than 200 pilots and 100 aircraft performed. The precision aerobatics unit of the French Air and Space Force Patrouille de France performed at the international air show for the first time to the delight…

The Independent UK

Let the music play: Romania begins historic classical music tribute to composer George Enescu

The 27th edition of the George Enescu International Festival is underway with classical music, opera, interactive events and much more taking place throughout Romania as the country marks the 70th anniversary of the death of its most famous composer.

Euronews

Photos show ballerinas taking center stage on Bucharest’s iconic avenue Calea Victoriei

Ballerinas perform outside Romania’s National History Museum as part of Dance Night, a festival that brings a mix of dance styles to Bucharest’s Calea Victoriei iconic avenue.

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The troubled legacy of Ion Iliescu, who rebuilt Romania but left it torn in two

Ion Iliescu, Romania’s first freely elected president after Communism, helped bring down the country’s dictatorship and led its transition to democracy and a market economy. A central figure in the 1989 revolution, he went on to serve three terms as head of state – but was later charged with crimes…

Radio France Internationale

Romania lays to rest divisive first post-communist president Ion Iliescu

Romania's first post-communist president, Ion Iliescu, was buried on Thursday amid stark divisions over his legacy. He died at 95, symbolising Romania's tumultuous transition.

Euronews

Ion Iliescu, Romania's first freely elected president after 1989 revolution, has died at 95

Ion Iliescu, Romania’s first freely elected president after the fall of communism in 1989, who later faced charges of crimes against humanity for his role in the bloody revolution, has died

The Independent UK

Chris Hemsworth on performing alongside Ed Sheeran: ‘It was an out of body experience’

Hemsworth joined the singer on stage to play at a concert filled with 70,000 people in Bucharest, Romania

The Independent UK

Shock poll claims Romanians are nostalgic for communist dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu: Who was he?

A recent survey reveals 66.2% of Romanians believe Nicolae Ceaușescu was a good leader, despite his repressive regime.

Euronews

How young Romanians may contribute to EU rearmament efforts and earn some cash

A new law is being discussed at the parliament in Bucharest that allows young people aged between 18-35 to follow a four-month training program. During this time, they would be paid and at the end, would also receive an allowance.

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England U19s pull off miracle comeback against Germany from 5-1 down

England fought back to snatch an unlikely draw in Bucharest

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Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups

Thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters have taken to the streets of Romania’s capital for its annual gay pride parade

Euronews

Călin Georgescu, frontrunner in Romania's cancelled election, announces withdrawal from politics

Georgescu said he made his decision to take a step back following the conclusion of the presidential race, which for him indicated "the sovereignist movement has come to a close."

Euronews

Nicușor Dan sworn in as Romania's president easing country's political crisis

The May election rerun was held months after the Constitutional Court voided the previous election in which the far-right outsider Călin Georgescu led the first round, following allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference.

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Radio France Internationale

Divided Romania faces uncertain future despite rejecting the far right

Romania’s new president Nicusor Dan is stepping into office amid deep political and social divisions, as fallout from Sunday’s run-off election exposes the scale of public frustration and mistrust. Economic pressures are mounting, and the far right is already regrouping.

Euronews

Hungarian minority plays key role in Nicușor Dan's Romanian presidential win

High voter turnout, especially among young people and women, helped Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan win Romania's presidential runoff, defeating the hard-right George Simion.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Romania’s presidential election upset: a vote for stability and the west

Editorial: A stunning comeback victory for the centrist mayor of Bucharest was also good news for Kyiv. But elsewhere in Europe, the far right continues to flourish

The Guardian - UK

Nicușor Dan, the maths prodigy who beat an ultranationalist for Romanian presidency

Bucharest’s crusading mayor appeals for ‘specialists, civil society, new people’ to help him deliver change

Euronews

Romania breathes collective sigh of relief after presidential election thriller

Romania's political crisis ends with Nicușor Dan's firm victory in the presidential elections runoff on Sunday. Dan, an independent pro-Western candidate, won 53.60% of the vote.

International Business Times

EU Relief As Centrist Wins Romania Vote But Tensions Remain

Romania's newly elected president Nicusor Dan on Monday faced an uphill task to bring together a deeply divided country after a tense rerun vote, with Brussels and other European allies welcoming the victory of the centrist.

Evening Standard

Romania election: Pro-EU mayor beats Trump-inspired nationalist in presidential poll shock

Nicusor Dan’s victory comes despite most Romanians living in the UK voting for hard-right rival George Simion

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