General Election

Spanish politics is gripped by speculation that Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez may call early elections. PSOE regional leaders see a 'window of opportunity' for a snap vote, while allies consider it 'probable' if housing decrees are rejected in Congress. Sumar has urgently convened parties to accelerate agreement on a candidate, and Junts has tabled an alternative text to try to salvage a housing deal at the last minute.

Brazilians are following early developments in the 2026 general elections, including the vote-counting process. Senator Benedita da Silva met with a delegation of international election observers in Rio de Janeiro, part of broader scrutiny of electoral procedures ahead of the vote. The topic is drawing searches in Brazil and abroad, with France also showing interest.