Romania Faces Political Crossroads with Leftist Win and Far-Right Surge

Romania's Social Democrat (PSD) party won the parliamentary election, setting the stage for coalition talks with centrist parties, amid uncertainty over the presidential race. The Constitutional Court is set to rule on whether to annul the first round of the presidential vote, where far-right candidate Calin Georgescu unexpectedly advanced. The outcome could influence government formation, as the president appoints the prime minister. Allegations of foreign interference, particularly involving Russia and TikTok, have been denied by both parties.