Brazil votes in tense Lula vs Bolsonaro runoff

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has secured a historic fourth term as Brazil's president after defeating far-right opponent Flávio Bolsonaro. Following a narrow first-round loss, the 80-year-old leftist staged a dramatic comeback in the runoff election. With nearly 99% of votes counted, Lula received 51.75% of the vote, while his 45-year-old rival, Bolsonaro, obtained 48.25%. This victory marks a significant political return for the incumbent leader amidst a tense electoral atmosphere across the nation.