In Romania, the second round of presidential elections has concluded, and the current results indicate a significant lead for the pro-Western candidate, Nikushor Danyi
According to the Central Electoral Commission of the country, having processed over 95% of the protocols from polling stations within Romania and abroad, the situation remains quite stable – the candidate from pro-European forces currently holds approximately 54.2% of the votes, while his opponent, the pro-Russian ultra-right leader of the AUR party, George Simion, has around 45.8%. This means that the difference between the candidates exceeds 800,000 votes, and with each new tally, this advantage is growing. The vote-counting process is ongoing, and about 1.8 million votes remain uncounted. These votes currently represent a significant portion of the electorate, and given the scale and speed of the counting process, it is unlikely that the opponents will be able to catch up with Danyi’s tally. Particularly important is the trend in counting votes from abroad, especially in the USA and Canada, where voting is still underway and where the diaspora’s votes play a crucial role. These votes could theoretically impact the overall outcome, but based on current data, the chances of a dramatic change in the situation are minimal. Earlier, the pro-Russian candidate George Simion declared himself the winner of the election and stated that he does not plan to concede defeat. This has caused tension and added to the pre-election uncertainty, as official data and statistics show differently in favor of Nikushor Danyi. It is worth noting that Ukrainian and Moldovan officials have imposed travel bans on Simion due to his pro-Russian statements and activities, which has raised concerns about the potential influence of such assertions on regional stability and political processes. Analysts emphasize that it is becoming increasingly unlikely for the pro-Russian candidate to catch up with his opponent based on the already processed votes. Nonetheless, the final election results are still awaiting confirmation, and the official certification of the results is expected in the coming days. Meanwhile, the probability of the results being annulled or revised due to legal challenges or other procedures remains low at this stage. Experts and observers note that Nikushor Danyi’s victory consolidates Romania’s pro-European course and signals the preservation of stability in the country amid global geopolitical challenges. His win could have not only internal political implications but also significantly influence regional relations, particularly with Russia and neighboring countries. Conversely, despite some unexpected popularity and support among parts of the electorate, pro-Russian forces are losing the opportunity to establish a majority and are likely to diminish or lose influence in the near future. The further development of the situation depends on the official results and potential legal challenges. At the same time, political analysts are already examining the implications of this victory within the context of European integration, regional security, and domestic reforms. Although a final decision has not yet been made, the main has already been achieved: the Romanian people have made their choice in favor of a pro-European direction and have set the course for the future of their country amid the complex geopolitical conditions of the present.