Brazil's first-round presidential election results show tight race
Most outlets reported a closely contested first-round vote between Lula and Bolsonaro, with some noting a likely runoff. The News International and Dunya News described Lula as holding a narrow lead, while ARY News (English) emphasized a surprise first-place finish by Bolsonaro.
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Brazil's first-round presidential election results show tight race
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Brazil's first-round presidential election results show tight race
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Brazil heads to run-off as Bolsonaro pulls off shock first place finish
Right-wing senator Flavio Bolsonaro pulled off a surprise first-place finish ahead of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Sunday's...
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Lula ahead in polls for Brazil's first-round vote; runoff likely
Brazil's Lula holds a narrow lead over Flavio Bolsonaro in polls ahead of Sunday's first-round election, with surveys showing a tight runoff race between the two frontrunners.
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Brazil votes in tight race between Bolsonaro and Lula as polls close
Polls have closed in the first round of Brazil’s presidential election as President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and far-right Senator Flávio Bolsonaro compete in a closely fought race.Lula, 80, is seeking a fourth non-consecutive term, while Bolsonaro, 45, is hoping to return his...
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Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro conclude campaigns ahead of Brazilian election
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Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro conclude campaigns ahead of Brazilian election
Most outlets highlighted that both Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro have completed their campaign activities ahead of the first-round vote. 24 News HD added context by noting the election is a "nail-biter" and has been "marred by scandals and mudslinging," while Arab News Pakistan provided a more neutral, factual summary without additional framing.
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Lula, Bolsonaro wrap up campaigns ahead of knife-edge election
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his rival Flavio Bolsonaro wrapped up their campaigns Saturday ahead of a nail-biter election that has been marred by scandals and mudslinging.
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