Michael chosen
(First Edition)
BUCHAREST (Reuter) - Romania's opposition National Liberal Party proposed the former King Michael as their presidential contender in a move likely to plunge Romanian political groups into disarray ahead of September elections. Other opposition leaders immediately attacked the gesture as a cheap and damaging propaganda stunt. Michael, 70, who is in exile in Switzerland, has not commented on the selection.
Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this article
Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies