Portugal holds second round presidential election.

Polls have opened for Portugal’s high-stakes presidential election, pitting Socialist Party leader Antonio Jose Seguro against far-right leader Andre Ventura. Seguro won 31.1% in the first round, while Ventura secured 23.5%. The far right’s performance will be closely monitored, with results expected by midnight. The vote is occurring amidst severe storms and flooding, leading to some constituencies delaying voting. Despite the challenges, the election is proceeding as planned.

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