In Romania, multiple house raids have been conducted as part of a criminal investigation into illegal financing of presidential candidate Calin Georgescu’s campaign. Authorities are examining allegations connected to voter bribery, money laundering, and misinformation. Georgescu, an ultra-right politician known for his critiques of the EU and NATO and support for Russian President Vladimir Putin, unexpectedly won the first round of elections, largely utilizing TikTok for his campaign strategy. The Romanian Constitutional Court has ruled for new elections amid concerns of Russian interference.