09 July 2026 Romanian president Nicușor Dan said he will hold a new round of consultations with parliamentary parties, most likely on July 13, urging political leaders to present a viable parliamentary majority before he nominates a new prime minister. The consultations come after Dan rejected the two candidates proposed by the main political blocs last week, arguing that neither had sufficient parliamentary backing to secure a confidence vote. "During this period, I have discussed with everyone. At this moment, I don't feel that a solution is emerging. I will ask them on Monday to tell me what the solutions are for a majority, and I will ask them to tell you too," the president said, as reported by B1tv.ro. Dan reiterated that he would not nominate a prime minister without a realistic pro