Tense Election Night in Colombia as Runoff Looms
Colombia’s presidential election heads to a June 21 runoff after a tight first round between Abelardo de la Espriella and Ivan Cepeda, according to reports.
Elections
Colombia’s Far-Right Candidate Espriella Wins First Round of Vote
Colombian right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella emerged as the top vote-getter in the first round of the 2026 presidential election but fell short of an outright victory, according to Todo Alicante and Modern Ghana. The second round is scheduled for June 21.
Cepeda, de la Espriella Advance in Colombia’s Presidential Election
Far-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella will face left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the runoff for Colombia’s presidential election next month, according to Al Jazeera.
Colombians head to the polls to choose President Gustavo Petro’s successor
Colombians have begun voting in the first round of the 2026 presidential election, with government-allied Senator Ivan Cepeda leading in the polls, according to Al Jazeera.
Ethiopia Election 2026: Parties, Coalitions, and Candidates
Ethiopians vote in a general election with 47 political parties and over 10,900 candidates competing, according to the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE).
Colombia Goes to Polls in Election Pitting Petro Ally Against Pro-Trump Candidates
Colombians are voting in the first round of the 2026 presidential election, pitting outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s ally against pro-Trump candidates advocating for a tougher stance on armed groups, according to The Guardian.
Colombia Votes in Presidential Election with US Relations at Stake
Colombia's presidential election could redefine the country's relations with the US, according to BBC.
Mexico Senate Passes Bill Allowing Election Annulment for ‘Foreign Interference’
Mexico’s Senate has passed a constitutional amendment allowing election results to be annulled over 'foreign interference,' sparking alarm among opposition groups. The bill, presented by President Claudia Sheinbaum, now requires ratification by 34 states.
Mexico Backs Amendment to Annul Election Results
Mexico’s lower house has approved a constitutional amendment to allow the nullification of elections in cases of foreign interference, according to Al Jazeera.
French Presidential Race Sees Ex-PM Philippe as Early Favourite
With a year until France's presidential election, opinion polls indicate former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is the leading candidate to challenge populists in the race, according to the BBC.
Kentucky voters deliver verdict: Gallrein ousts Massie
Kentucky voters delivered a decisive verdict in the GOP primary for the state’s 4th Congressional District, ousting incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie and backing Trump-endorsed candidate Ed Gallrein by nearly 10 percentage points.
Election Results Highlight Political Shifts and Concerns
Election results across multiple states and regions have highlighted varying political trends and concerns, from Alabama's House and Senate races to Andalusia's regional leadership and Germany's industrial sector anxieties.
How the shape of a map can determine the US midterm elections
The shape of electoral maps could play a decisive role in the 2026 US midterm elections, according to Al Jazeera.
Kentucky primary 2026: A Test for Trump-Defying Candidates
Kentucky’s May 19, 2026, primary election will test whether a Republican can defy Donald Trump and survive, as Thomas Massie faces a Trump-backed challenger. The race could shape the party’s internal dynamics ahead of the 2028 presidential election.
Starbucks Korea CEO fired over Tank Day promotion
Starbucks Korea's CEO, Son Jung-hyun, was fired after a promotional campaign that evoked the 1980 Gwangju military crackdown, according to Al Jazeera.