Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan addressed a photograph circulating from a European Union summit in Brussels showing him dining with Lucian Pahonțu, head of the Romanian Protection and Guard Service (SPP), and several politicians from the National Liberal Party (PNL). The image, initially reported by Digi24, sparked questions regarding the nature of the meeting ahead of a crucial PNL congress. Dan explained he was simply having a meal and offered this explanation in response to a query from HotNews.ro. He did not elaborate on the specifics of any discussions that may have taken place during the meal. The photograph’s timing, preceding a significant PNL party congress, fueled speculation about potential political maneuvering. The incident has drawn attention to the interactions between political figures and security officials during international events.