Romanian Defense Minister Radu Miruță clarified his stance on the patriotism of former dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu, stating that he does not believe Ceaușescu was a patriot. Miruță admitted that his earlier answer on Digi24 was unclear and that he had only highlighted arguments on both sides. He explained that sacrificing human well‑being for personal power cannot be considered patriotism. The minister’s comments were met with criticism from commentator Claudiu Pândru. The remarks were shared on Facebook and referenced in a recent interview. The discussion reflects ongoing debate in Romania about the legacy of Ceaușescu.
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