(ANSA-AFP) - BUCHAREST, AUG 5 - Romanian former president Ion Iliescu, who presided over the eastern European country's chaotic transition from communism to democracy, died on Tuesday aged 95, the government said. "It is with deep regret that the government announces the passing of the former President of Romania, Mr. Ion Iliescu. The former President of Romania died today, August 5, 2025," said the statement published online. It added that details of Iliescu's state funeral would be communicated in the coming days. (ANSA-AFP).