Fake Military Draft Notice Spreads Panic Among Romanians Abroad

False Military Enrollment Notice Causes Anxiety Among Romanians Abroad June 7, 2025, saw a wave of anxiety ripple through the Romanian diaspora after a fake official notice circulated online. The notice falsely claimed mandatory military enrollment for Romanians living abroad, prompting many to cancel their summer vacations back home. The misinformation spread rapidly on social media, causing widespread panic. "We were planning to go back to Romania on the 22nd," said one woman featured in a viral video reacting to the news. "Now we're afraid to even consider it." The video shows a fake document, purportedly from the Romanian Ministry of National Defense, which quickly spread across social media platforms. Authorities have since confirmed the document is fraudulent. However, the impact of the fake news is significant. Many Romanians have already canceled their travel plans, demonstrating the power of misinformation to disrupt lives. The incident underscores the importance of verifying information from official sources before making significant decisions. Authorities are working to identify and address the source of the fake notice, while reassuring the diaspora community that the information is false.