Romania's democracy under pressure after court annuls vote
12 Dec Foreign & Security Policy

Romania's democracy under pressure after court annuls vote

In annulling the surprise win of a pro-Russian ultranationalist, a top Romanian court has either protected democracy or tried to sideline it. The uncertainty has shaken the confidence of voters already feeling economic hardship.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
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