The leader of Romania’s far-right AUR party, George Simion, announced his intention to abstain from the vote to invest the Veștea Cabinet. Simion stated he would not instruct his fellow party members on how to vote, but he and those aligned with the AUR’s principles would leave the parliamentary chamber before the vote. This action effectively signals a lack of confidence in the proposed government. The move comes ahead of the crucial vote determining whether the Veștea government will be approved. Simion framed the decision as a refusal to “betray” the AUR’s cause. The outcome of the vote remains uncertain, but AUR’s abstention represents a significant political statement. This action highlights potential challenges for the new government in securing parliamentary support.