Lula defeats Bolsonaro in Brazil election to win fourth term
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won the national election against Flávio Bolsonaro, securing an unprecedented fourth term in office. The victory followed a chaotic night at polling stations, with voting hours extended by two hours after a Supreme Court judge ordered the change, a move Bolsonaro supporters warned could spark legal challenges. Both candidates had requested extensions due to transport problems and heavy rain affecting their respective support bases. Lula, 80, is a vocal opponent of US President Donald Trump, and his win reverses a regional trend of centre-right victories. The result follows a campaign dominated by concerns over living costs and public safety, and marks the first time since 1985 that a first-round runner-up has claimed the presidency.