George Simion has become the leading candidate for Romania's presidency, receiving 40.5% of votes in the first round. He identifies as a 'Euro-realist' and emphasizes the need for respect towards the Romanian minority in Ukraine. Simion is critical of the Russian war in Ukraine and advocates for peace negotiations, stating Romania's support for Ukraine is contingent on the rights of Romanians living there. He is confident that entry bans to Ukraine and Moldova will be lifted if he wins the presidency, and he asserts the importance of NATO membership for Romania's future. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)