Romanian President Nicusor Dan faced public scorn during an anniversary event in Iasi, where protesters chanted “Shame!” and “Go to Ukraine!” while he addressed the crowd. The incident occurred as Dan, a pro-EU leader, continued his administration’s support for Ukraine despite growing domestic dissent.

Dan, who secured a controversial re-election earlier this year after a court annulled the victory of Euroskeptic candidate Calin Georgescu, was met with hostility at the National Theater. Protesters accused him of betraying national interests by backing Western aid to Ukraine. A video captured Dan waving at critics before and after the event, as tensions flared over Romania’s military contributions to Kyiv.

Romania has allocated €487 million in military assistance to Ukraine since 2022, a move condemned by Moscow as escalatory. The dispute highlights deepening divisions within Romania over its role in the conflict, with some citizens opposing continued support for Kyiv.