Romanian PM resigns in wake of night club tragedy

Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta has announced that he is stepping down, a day after a mass protest in that country.

Romanian PM resigns in wake of night club tragedy

Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta has announced that he is stepping down, a day after a mass protest in that country.

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The protest's leaders said that the tragedy occurred due to corruption and poor security controls. Ponta was earlier accused of corruption and is due to stand trial.

"Ponta has resigned, because someone has to take responsibility for what has happened. This is a serious issue and we promise to quickly find a solution for this situation," head of the ruling Social Democratic Party Liviu Dragnea said in parliament.