Romanian Ultra-Nationalist Presidential Hopeful Vows to End Military Aid to Kyiv
- Simion, No. 2 in polls to win presidency, banks on Trump truce
- Ultra-nationalist remains isolated among Romanian parties
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Romania’s ultra-nationalist party leader, whose popularity has propelled him to No. 2 in the polls ahead of the country’s presidential election, said he would halt military aid to Ukraine if he gets the top job.
George Simion, who heads the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, has seen a surge in support for his anti-establishment rhetoric, support for populist programs and designs for reunification with neighboring Moldova.