Romania’s Coalition Government in Crisis as PSD Ministers Resign
Romania is bracing for a period of political uncertainty after the resignation of one third of its ministers from its coalition government. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight
Mythical Quest: How the Ancient Dacians are Reinterpreted in Modern Romania
Photographer Petrut Calinescu went on a journey to explore how contemporary Romanians interpret the mythology to the ancient Dacian people - from re-enactment events to tourist attractions and right-wing ‘sovereigntist’…
Trial of Far-Right Romanian Former Presidential Candidate Set to Begin
Judges open way for trial of right-wing former presidential contender Calin Georgescu, who is accused of promoting illegal fascist and totalitarian ideas. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight
Thousands of Far-Right Romanians Rally Against Anti-Extremism Law
Far-right demonstrators in Bucharest shouted slogans against a law that has tightened the penalties on supporters of fascist and racist movements – even though its implementation has been patchy. KAYNAK:…
Romania Still in the Dark Over Election Annulled Due to ‘Hostile Interference’
One year on from the shock annulment of the presidential elections, Romanians are still wondering whether the state confronted a hostile takeover – or subverted the will of the voters.…
Elections, Austerity and Public Discontent Marked Romania in 2025
After the cancellation of the presidential election in November 2024 and the early resignation of President Klaus Iohannis, Romania eventually elected a new head of state, Nicusor Dan, who defeated…
Romania’s Dark History Offers Lessons About Far Right’s Global Rise
Historian Raul Carstocea explains the historical and political background behind the rise of right-wing movements and the reasons for their growing public support in Romania and elsewhere. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight