Rumen Radev Looks Set to Win Bulgarian Election with 38.1%
According to an exit poll by Alpha Research, Rumen Radev's Progressive Bulgaria party is set to win Bulgaria's parliamentary election with 38.1% of the vote, according to the BBC.
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Peru Election Drags Into Second Day After Ballot Delivery Fiasco
Peru's general election has been delayed after tens of thousands of voters were unable to cast their ballots due to technical and logistical problems at polling stations, according to the BBC.
Carney’s Perception as Wartime Leader Gains Momentum in Canada
Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, is on the brink of securing a majority government, with his Liberal party poised to win at least two closely watched byelections and courting an 'almost unprecedented' string of defections from rival parties, according to The Guardian.
Peru Votes for Ninth President in Less Than Decade
Peru has opened polls for its presidential and legislative elections, with no clear frontrunner amid years of political instability, according to Al Jazeera.
Benin Holds Presidential Election Four Months After Failed Coup
Benin is holding a presidential election four months after a failed coup, with the ruling coalition's candidate, Romuald Wadagni, seen as the overwhelming favorite, according to Africa Confidential.
Hungarians Decide Whether to End 16 Years of Orbán Rule
Hungarians are heading to the polls in a vote that could end 16 years of Viktor Orbán's rule, according to the BBC. The election has significant implications for Europe, the US, and Russia.
Manhattan Prosecutor Probes Abuse Claims Against California Governor Candidate
Manhattan prosecutor investigates abuse claims against congressman Eric Swalwell, a leading contender in California's governor race, according to the BBC.
Frontrunner California Governor Denies Sexual Assault Claims
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell, a frontrunner for California governor, has denied allegations of sexual misconduct from former staff, according to the BBC.
Peruvians Head to Polls in Historic Election Amid Instability
Peruvians are heading to the polls on Sunday, hoping to break a cycle of political instability that has produced nine presidents in a decade, according to The Guardian.
India’s Assam, Kerala States Hold Elections Amid BJP Focus
Millions of voters in India's Assam and Kerala states cast their ballots in legislative assembly elections, marking the start of five key contests that will test Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal, according to Al Jazeera.
French far right misses big targets but says it is on track for presidency
The French far right missed key targets in regional elections, according to Politico, but its leaders claim they are on track to challenge the current government in the 2027 presidential race.
Slovenia election sees ruling party tied with opposition
The ruling party in Slovenia has tied with the opposition in the recent election, according to DW, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape.
Meloni admits defeat as Italians reject judicial reform in major referendum
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has admitted defeat after voters rejected her proposed judicial reform in a major referendum, according to euronews.com.
In Denmark’s Election, How Will the Woman Who Took On Trump Fare?
In Denmark’s recent election, the woman who publicly challenged former U.S. President Donald Trump has found herself in a pivotal political position, according to the New York Times.
Referendum defeat brings Italy’s Meloni crashing down to earth
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faced a major setback after her government's proposed constitutional reforms failed in a referendum, according to Politico.