Romania's Presidential Election Validated Amid Controversy

Romania's top court dismissed a request to annul the May 18 presidential election won by Nicusor Dan. The request, filed by hard-right candidate George Simion, alleged foreign interference. Independent observers confirmed the election's integrity. The court will formally validate the results with Dan present.

Romania's highest court has unanimously dismissed a motion to annul the presidential election held on May 18, won by Nicusor Dan, the independent centrist and mayor of Bucharest.

The challenge was submitted by George Simion, a hard-right opponent, who accused France and Moldova of meddling in the electoral process.

Observers deemed the election well-organized, clearing the path for the court to officially confirm the results on Thursday, with Dan expected to attend the proceedings.

(With inputs from agencies.)