Lula defeats Bolsonaro in Brazil election to win fourth term

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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.


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