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Ion Iliescu's funeral cost thousands of euros, with package contents revealed. The need for national funeral was debated, with some notable absences including former presidents of PSD. Nicușor Dan, the current president, was present but did not attend the actual funeral service, instead watching it on TV. Adrian Năstase criticized the absentees, while Gelu Voican Voiculescu appeared visibly affected. Toni Neacşu, an attorney, criticized political parties for confiscating state resources. The funeral divided Romania into two camps, with some supporting and others opposing the national funeral. Iliescu was buried with military honors at the Ghencea Military Cemetery. Stelian Tănase and Vasile Dâncu discussed the impact of the funeral on the ruling coalition. Mugur Isărescu paid his respects, highlighting Iliescu's role in Romania's alignment with the North Atlantic Alliance.

Ion Iliescu's funeral was held with a military ceremony, attended by various dignitaries, including former presidents Emil Constantinescu and Traian Băsescu. The event was marked by controversy, with the USR party criticizing the decision to hold national funerals and refusing to participate. The PSD party, in response, boycotted coalition meetings. The funeral was open to the public, with strict access rules in place. It was the first time Romania organized state funerals for a former president.