Presidential elections in Brazil. Voting in the second round has been extended

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced that many voters faced difficulties reaching polling stations due to bus service disruptions during the presidential runoff. He requested the Supreme Court to extend voting hours to accommodate those affected. Lula reported that 40% of buses in São Paulo were unable to operate, criticizing the situation as unacceptable. Both Lula and his opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, sought an extension of voting hours, citing adverse weather conditions. Ultimately, the voting period was extended by two hours nationwide. Preliminary results showed Lula leading with 57.66% of valid votes against Bolsonaro's 42.34%. The elections are crucial for Brazil's political landscape, impacting international relations and environmental policies.