Similarities: Russia has repeatedly denied any intention to launch an offensive in Ukraine, accusing the West of hysteria, just as it denies any meddling in the Romanian elections.

<p>Before the invasion of Ukraine, Russia had consistently denied its intention to attack, accusing the West of propaganda. Western warnings were dismissed as provocations, but the invasion confirmed Russia's disinformation strategy. The situation is similar to denying Russia's involvement in the Romanian elections, using accusations of anti-Russian hysteria.