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Former Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan claims that the European Court of Human Rights' decision on judges' salary arrears supports his stance against the High Court of Cassation and Justice. He argues against paying large sums, labeling it as a form of 'budgetary aristocracy.' However, he selectively interprets the court's conclusions, ignoring the distinction between legal payment scheduling and the lack of funds for timely payments. The ECHR acknowledged that payment delays could be justified under exceptional economic conditions, but Bolojan fails to mention that the court did not find a violation of rights in specific cases. The High Court clarified that Bolojan's conflict with it involved different legal issues, emphasizing the government's obligation to adhere to its own payment schedules. Bolojan's assertions about potential conflicts of interest among judges are also presented as definitive accusations, despite the court's cautious wording.