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Pro-Israel Flávio Bolsonaro leads Lula as Brazil election heads to runoff
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Conservative Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro led President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the Brazilian presidential election, though neither secured the majority needed for an outright victory, setting up a runoff on October 25.
What happened
With 97% of the vote counted, Flávio Bolsonaro had 47.45% to Lula's 44.66%. The election will be decided in a runoff. The candidates will now engage in three more weeks of campaigning.
Why it matters
The outcome of the election will determine the future of Brazil's relations with the US and Israel. Flávio Bolsonaro has vowed to restore ties with Israel, move Brazil's embassy to Jerusalem, and pardon his father. Lula has been critical of Israel's actions in the Gaza war.
Key facts
- Flávio Bolsonaro secured 47.45% of the vote with 97% counted.
- President Lula secured 44.66% of the vote with 97% counted.
- The election will be decided in a runoff on October 25.
- Flávio Bolsonaro has promised to move Brazil's embassy to Jerusalem.
- He has also vowed to pardon his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro.
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