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Al JazeeraPeru Holds Presidential Runoff Between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez on June 7
Keiko Fujimori of the Fuerza Popular party faces Roberto Sanchez in Sunday's runoff. Recent polls show the candidates nearly tied after Fujimori led earlier in the campaign.
The Japan TimesBrazilian President Links Proposed Tariffs to Election Rival
Hours after a 25% tariff proposal on Brazil, the president directed supporters to use a nickname tying the measure to his October election opponent. The phrase spread on social media the same day.
abcnews.go.comColombians Vote in Presidential First Round With No Candidate Securing Majority
No candidate reached an outright majority in the first round of Colombia's presidential election held May 31, 2026. A runoff between the top two candidates is projected for June 21.
Military.comDe la Espriella and Cepeda Advance to Colombia’s Presidential Runoff
Abelardo de la Espriella received nearly 44 percent of the vote and Iván Cepeda less than 41 percent in Colombia's May 31 first-round presidential election. The candidates will face each other in a runoff on June 21.
NewsweekColombian Presidential Election Heads to Runoff After de la Espriella Takes First Round
Abelardo de la Espriella and Iván Cepeda will face each other after neither secured a majority in Sunday's first-round vote. De la Espriella received nearly 44 percent and Cepeda just under 41 percent.
france24.comColombians Vote in Presidential Election Expected to Reach June Runoff
Millions of Colombians cast ballots Sunday in a presidential election that polls indicate will advance to a June 21 runoff. Three candidates lead the field ahead of the first-round vote.
deccanchronicle.comLe Pen Leads Rivals in French Runoff Polling Scenarios
A Toluna-Harris Interactive poll conducted May 25-27 shows Marine Le Pen ahead in three hypothetical second-round matchups. The survey tested her against three other candidates under the assumption she can run in the April 2027 election.
uctoday.comColombia Presidential Election Heads to Likely Runoff Between Cepeda and De La Espriella
Voters go to the polls Sunday in Colombia's presidential election. Recent surveys show left-wing senator Ivan Cepeda and hard-right candidate Abelardo De La Espriella as the top two contenders, with neither expected to win an outright majority.
france24.comColombians Vote Sunday in Presidential Election Expected to Reach June Runoff
Voters will choose among 14 candidates on May 31. No candidate is projected to reach the 50 percent threshold needed to win outright, making a June 21 runoff between the top two finishers nearly certain.
france24.comColombians Vote in Presidential Election on May 31
Voters will choose among 14 candidates in the first round. A runoff is scheduled for June 21 if no candidate receives more than 50 percent.
freepressjournal.inColombians Vote in First Round of Presidential Election as Iván Cepeda Leads Polls
Voters choose among 14 candidates on May 31 with a June 21 runoff likely. Security and drug policy divide the leading contenders ahead of the first round.
america.cgtn.comColombians to Elect New President Sunday
More than 41.2 million voters will choose among 14 candidates on May 31, with a runoff possible June 21 if no one secures a majority. The contest tests outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s agenda on peace talks, economic reforms, and foreign policy.
america.cgtn.comColombia to Hold Presidential Election on May 31 Amid Ongoing Armed Group Activity in Caqueta
@AJEnglish reported that an EMC faction banned road and river travel in parts of Caqueta days before Colombia’s presidential election. Candidates are split over whether to continue or abandon former President Gustavo Petro’s Total Peace policy.
etftrends.comColombia Presidential Election to Decide Oil Policy
Colombia's 2026 presidential election is drawing attention to the country's oil sector. Current policies under President Gustavo Petro have reduced new exploration contracts and contributed to falling production.
Al JazeeraColombian candidates debate Petro Total Peace policy ahead of May 31 vote
Presidential candidates are discussing Gustavo Petro's Total Peace plan as Colombia prepares to vote on May 31. The policy aimed to negotiate with armed groups but has not produced lasting peace.
winnipegfreepress.comColombian Lawyer Campaigns on Crime Record Ahead of Sunday Vote
A criminal defense attorney is running for president in Colombia's election scheduled for this Sunday. He presents his professional background as evidence of a strict stance on crime.
france24.comFrench Prime Minister Announces Presidential Candidacy
The current French prime minister announced a run for president in 2027. The announcement positions the candidate as a centrist successor to the current administration.
riotimesonline.comColombia's Economy Grows Faster Than Expected in First Quarter
Colombia's gross domestic product expanded at a faster pace than anticipated during the first three months of 2026. The data was released as the country prepares for a presidential election this month. Officials have not issued a statement linking the figures to the vote.
thehindu.comNational Rally Responds to Kylian Mbappé Comments on Presidential Election
French football captain Kylian Mbappé expressed concerns about the National Rally winning next year’s presidential election. The party’s president and Marine Le Pen responded to the remarks. Mbappé, who plays for Real Madrid, cited the consequences for the country if the party ca…
France 24Keiko Fujimori Leads Peru Presidential Election First Round
Conservative Keiko Fujimori holds the lead in the first round of Peru's presidential election with leftist Roberto Sanchez in second place. Vote counting continues with the final result expected on May 15. The tally has been slowed by logistical failures and allegations of fraud.
en.rfi.frJean-Luc Mélenchon Announces 2027 French Presidential Bid
Veteran leftist leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon announced on May 3, 2026, that he will run in the 2027 French presidential election, marking his fourth attempt. The 74-year-old head of La France Insoumise cited global threats including war, climate change, and economic crisis as reason…
america.cgtn.comPoll Shows Colombian Candidate Cepeda Leading Five Weeks Before Presidential Election
Colombian presidential candidate Iván Cepeda has strengthened his lead in the latest poll, positioning him to defeat conservative rivals in a runoff. The survey, conducted five weeks before the vote, reflects shifting voter preferences. Colombia prepares for the election amid the…
BbcBombing on Colombian Highway Kills 14, Authorities Blame FARC Dissidents
A bombing on a highway in Colombia's southern Cauca region killed at least 14 people and injured dozens, including minors. Authorities attributed the attack to guerrilla insurgents linked to dissident factions of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia. The incident occurred a…
bbc.co.ukBomb Attack in Southwestern Colombia Kills Seven Ahead of Presidential Election
A roadside bomb exploded in southwestern Colombia on April 25, 2026, killing seven civilians and injuring more than 20, according to local authorities. The incident is part of recent violence attributed to FARC dissidents. It occurs weeks before the country's presidential electio…
theaviationist.comPeru Defers $3.5 Billion F-16 Purchase; Two Ministers Resign
Peru's interim President Jose Maria Balcazar announced the deferral of a decision on purchasing F-16 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin, leading to the resignations of the defense and foreign ministers. The U.S. ambassador to Peru expressed concerns over the delay. The decision co…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewPeruvian Presidential Candidate Pledges Mining Rule Overhaul Ahead of Runoff Election
A presidential candidate in Peru has pledged to overhaul mining rules as the runoff election approaches. The pledge targets changes to regulations in the mining sector, a key part of Peru's economy driven by copper exports. This occurs in the context of Peru's electoral system, w…