Romanian Martyrs of Huedin

Romania marks Huedin Romanian Martyrs Day for first time

Huedin Romanian Martyrs Day is being observed for the first time on 10 September, following its establishment under Law No. 156/2026. The commemoration brings renewed attention to the suffering of Romanians in northern Transylvania under the Horthy regime. Following the Second Vienna Award of 30 August 1940, Romania was compelled to cede northern Transylvania to…

Sep 10, 2026Aurelian Iftimiu

President signs law honouring Archpriest Aurel Munteanu as martyr and national hero

Romanian President Nicușor Dan enacted legislation on Monday designating Archpriest Aurel Munteanu as a martyr and national hero, while also establishing Romanian Martyrs of Huedin Day. The legislation, adopted by the Chamber of Deputies on 30 June, recognises Fr Aurel Munteanu’s cultural, national, social, and ecclesiastical activities in the Huedin and Vlădeasa Mountains region, as…

Jul 23, 2026Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian Parliament recognises martyred Orthodox archpriest Aurel Munteanu as national hero

Romania’s Chamber of Deputies passed legislation on Tuesday declaring Archpriest Aurel Munteanu a martyr and hero of the Romanian nation. The law also establishes the Day of the Romanian Martyrs of Huedin, to be commemorated annually on 10 September. The bill was approved by an overwhelming majority, receiving 276 votes in favour, one against and…

Jul 1, 2026Aurelian Iftimiu