Bolsonaro shocks Lula as Brazil heads to run-off

Brazil's presidential election will proceed to a run-off after neither of the top candidates secured a majority in the first round. According to Live Mint, nearly 159 million eligible voters cast ballots, with Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro competing for the presidency. Flavio Bolsonaro, the 45-year-old son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, performed better than expected and finished with a narrow lead over Lula.

The election was influenced by concerns over the cost of living, corruption, and public security, as well as a wider ideological divide in Latin America. As per Live Mint, right-wing parties have made gains in several countries in the region. Flavio Bolsonaro has emphasized his ties with the Trump administration.

The run-off election is scheduled for October 25. According to Gulf News, around 160 million registered voters were eligible to participate in the election, which also included voting for legislators, governors, and senators.

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