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
In Romania, Plagiarism is the Achilles’ Heel of the Political Elite
For years, Romania’s political elite has mounted a rearguard action to protect its weakest link – the academic plagiarism that was used on an alarming scale to secure career advancement.…
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’…
Romania’s Ruling Coalition in Turmoil as Social Democrats End Support for PM
The Social Democratic Party, the leading party in Romania’s governing coalition, announced its decision to withdraw support for Liberal Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan - a move expected to trigger political…
Monday Briefing from the Balkans: April 20, 2026
Catch up on the weekend’s most important developments with Balkan Insight’s digest of news from countries across the region. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight
Romania, Bulgaria Hail US Waiver on Sanctioned Russian Lukoil Assets
After the US extended a waiver allowing Russian firm Lukoil to operate assets outside of Russia until late October, Romania and Bulgaria are hurrying to take advantage. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight
Balkan Leaders Congratulate Magyar on Hungary Win; Orban Allies Regretful
Leaders across the Balkans congratulated Peter Magyar and the Tisza Party after they triumphed over Viktor Orban’s Fidesz – Orban’s Serb allies also praised the defeated right-wing strongman. KAYNAK: Balkan…
Romania Suspends Broadcasting Licences of Two Controversial Media Outlets
A TV and radio station in Romania that have spread conspiracy theories and pro-Russian narratives have had their licences suspended over unpaid fines - a move that has reignited debates…
Romania Indicts Two Over Alleged Russian-Linked Sabotage Plot
Two men arrested over an alleged plan to send explosive parcels by post to Ukraine are now facing trial in Bucharest for attempted sabotage. KAYNAK: Balkan Insight
Politicians Trade Blame as Romania Told to Pay for Unclaimed COVID Vaccines
Politicians accuse each other of poor planning and mismanagement after a Brussels court orders Romania to pay more than 600 million euros for unclaimed COVID-19 vaccines from US pharma giant…