June 20, 2025. Online Spotlight. Online news of the last 24 hours

In the last 24 hours, political, economic and public health issues have been on the agenda in Romania's online press. Negotiations for the appointment of a new government and possible fiscal measures are at the center of political discussions. The posting of Baccalaureat results is also attracting media and public attention.

Block in political negotiations and the appointment of the prime minister

The main theme reflected in the media concerns the disagreements between Nicușor Dan and Ilie Bolojan, which led to the postponement of the appointment of the prime minister. The increase in VAT from 19% to 21% is desired by Bolojan, but unwanted by Dan. The situation is described in the media as deadlock and political parties have suspended their meetings scheduled for this weekend. The name of a technocrat prime minister is being floated. (Mediafax, HotNews.ro, Digi24)

The health of Ion Iliescu

The interview Ion Iliescu gave before his hospitalization, in which he talked about his political prospects and how he did not suffer from "dacopatie" or "messianic patriotism", attracts attention. At the same time, the "Prof. Dr. Agrippa Agrippa Ionescu" hospital updated information about the former president's health, saying that he is "improving slightly". (HotNews.ro, Digi24, Știrile Pro TV)

Fiscal measures and economic forecasts

There continues to be talk about possible fiscal measures, including VAT hikes and public spending cuts. Economists are pessimistic about the impact of these measures and there are forecasts that Romania could fall into recession in 2027. There is also talk of possible changes in tax policies, such as those in the area of revenues from activities on Booking and Airbnb. (Libertatea, Profit.ro, Cotidianul)

George Simion and the AUR position on a technocrat premier

Presa recalls the reaction of AUR leader George Simion, who said that his party will vote against Ana Dragu if she is proposed as prime minister. Simion claimed that proposing Anca Dragu for prime minister would be proof of France's involvement in Romania's elections.(Digi24, Adevarul, G4Media.ro)

Baccalaureate results 2025

The subject is on the media agenda, with the press dating the procedures for displaying the results and lodging appeals. Results will be available both physically, in exam centers, and online, on the official bacalaureat.edu.ro platform. Several media sources announce that results will also be posted on their own websites. (HotNews.ro, G4Media.ro, Știrile Pro TV)

Recommendations for the heatwave

On the backdrop of high temperatures, the press publishes recommendations from doctors to cope with the heatwave. These tips include proper use of air conditioning and fans, as well as avoiding certain foods and drinks. (Pro TV news, Antena 3, România Liberă)

Top entities frequently mentioned in the news:

1. Nicușor Dan
2. Ilie Bolojan
3. Ion Iliescu
4. George Simion
5. Bacalaureat 2025

*****Synthesis made with the help of a monitoring feed provided by NewsVibe Romania, as well as Google News data. The analysis, data and images presented were enhanced with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence tools.