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The move - which was brought on by a row over immigration - will now likely usher in snap elections.
"We need to build Romania together irrespective of who you voted for," said Dan, once his victory was secure.
"We still hear in our ears the weak but always courageous voice of Pope Francis who blessed us," he said.
Robert Prevost, 69, will be the 267th occupant of the throne of St Peter and he will be known as Leo XIV.