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Close Brazil Election Race: Lula Leads Bolsonaro After 90% of Votes Counted

Brazil's presidential election is a close contest between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. With 83% of votes counted, Lula leads with 51.43% to Bolsonaro's 48.57%.

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01Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leads Flávio Bolsonaro in Brazil's presidential election with 51.43% of votes counted.
02With 83% of votes tallied, Lula holds a narrow lead over Bolsonaro, who has 48.57%.
03Lula, known for anti-Israel positions, is seeking a fourth presidential term.
04Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, represents a right-wing, pro-Israel platform.
05The election outcome will influence Brazil's foreign policy and international alliances.

Lula, known for his anti-Israel views, seeks a fourth term, while Bolsonaro, a right-wing candidate, aims to strengthen ties with Israel. The outcome will significantly shape Brazil's foreign policy and international alliances.

Translated and summarized by baba from i24NEWS, the latest report. Read i24NEWS’s original