- 2d ago
Romania's acting PM warns 4.5 billion euros in EU funds at stake as PSD blocks PNRR reforms
Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan published a detailed Facebook rebuttal on 15 July 2026 after Social Democratic leader Sorin Grindeanu questioned the existence of pending PNRR bills in parliament, listing six projects under debate and warning that over 4.5 billion euros in non-reimbursable EU money are at risk.
- Jul 3
Teacher struck by lightning on Bucegi trail with 14 students, suffers burns on 30% of body; severe storms hit 18 counties
A female teacher was struck by lightning while leading 14 students on a mountain trail in Romania's Bucegi Mountains on July 2. She suffered first- and second-degree burns on 30% of her body but was rescued conscious, while one child was also hospitalised with a leg injury.
- Jun 28
Russia pulls gymnasts from Cluj World Cup after mayor Emil Boc bans flag and anthem, then warns of "consequences"
The mayor of Cluj-Napoca blocked Russian state symbols at the FIG World Challenge Cup, prompting Moscow to withdraw its team and threaten retaliation.
- Jun 27
Russia threatens to strip Romania of hosting rights after Cluj-Napoca mayor bans national symbols at rhythmic gymnastics World Cup
The Russian team withdrew from the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup in Cluj-Napoca after mayor Emil Boc forbade the display of the Russian flag and the playing of the Russian anthem, triggering Kremlin threats to push for Romania's exclusion from all international sports tournaments.
- Jun 20
Interim deputy PM Oana Gheorghiu and minister Dragoș Pîslaru join PNL ahead of Bolojan’s leadership bid at Sunday’s extraordinary congress
Two key figures from Ilie Bolojan’s caretaker government, Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu and European Funds Minister Dragoș Pîslaru, formally joined the National Liberal Party on Saturday and will be part of Bolojan’s team at Sunday’s leadership vote, as the party navigates one of its most turbulent weeks.
- Jun 19
Romania issues first yellow heat advisory of 2026 as temperatures set to reach 36°C
The National Meteorological Administration (ANM) has placed nearly half the country under a yellow heat advisory from June 20 to 21, with maximum temperatures rising to 36°C in some western areas.
- Jun 14
Nicușor Dan names liberal Adrian Veștea as Romania's new prime minister-designate after Tomac resigns
President Nicușor Dan has designated PNL first vice-president Adrian Veștea to form a new government, hours after MEP Eugen Tomac stepped down as prime minister-designate. Veștea, a veteran liberal with 30 years in the party, says he wants a political government that assumes real reforms.
- Jun 13
Simona Halep officially retires from tennis at emotional gala in Cluj, surrounded by legends and her Grand Slam trophies
Former world number one Simona Halep played her final official farewell at a star-studded ceremony in Cluj-Napoca, drawing 10,000 fans and a host of Romanian and international sports icons.
- Jun 13
Emma Raducanu fights off injury to reach Queen's Club semi-finals as Katie Boulter joins her after stunning Rybakina
Emma Raducanu overcame a painful slip on the grass to beat Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3 7-5, while Katie Boulter shocked world No 2 Elena Rybakina the night before. Both British women are through to the semi-finals at the HSBC Championships.
- Jun 4
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska reaches French Open final, will face Mirra Andreeva for the title
Poland's Maja Chwalinska, ranked 114th, became the first qualifier in the professional era to reach the Roland Garros final, where she will meet Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva on Saturday.
- May 28
Romania Braces for Two Days of Severe Winds and Thunderstorms as ANM Issues Yellow Alerts for Half the Country
Meteorologists have issued multiple yellow code warnings for strong winds and atmospheric instability across Romania, with gusts expected to reach up to 90 km/h in mountainous regions on Thursday and Friday.
