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For many Romanians, the court's decision was both shocking and perplexing. This ruling came after the court had previously validated the results from the first round of elections. However, the release of intelligence documents accused of substantiating Russian meddling prompted the court to reconsider its stance. While the reelection process could potentially extend into March, the implications of this decision are far-reaching.
The planned runoff was set to occur this Sunday, pitting Geor Jesu against Elena Lasone from the Centrist Save Romania Union party. Lasone has been vocal about her objections to the rerun of the election, claiming that the integrity of democracy is under threat.