In a politically charged atmosphere, Romania holds elections for a new parliament, following the unexpected rise of the far-right candidate Călin Georgescu in the presidential race. About 19 million voters are eligible to cast their ballots, with early results anticipated later in the evening. The current ruling coalition, led by the Social Democratic Party and the National Liberal Party, faces challenges from growing far-right elements. The Constitutional Court is yet to confirm whether the presidential runoff between Georgescu and Elena Lasconi will proceed as planned on December 8.