Vote tallying from Wednesday's poll was entering the final stages on Saturday morning, with results in from 98% of polling stations giving the ANC 40.15%.
SAZF noted that while DIRCO criticized Israel for denying Palestinians their rights, “it is ironic that the SA government is willing to deny their own citizens’ rights..." when beneficial for them.
Sheinbaum’s lead over Xóchitl Gálvez, her opponent, has only widened, making it even more likely that the country will elect its first woman president and first leader from a Jewish family.
Iran's election to replace the late President Raisi triggers a hardliner race to influence the next supreme leader's succession, aiming for a Khamenei-loyal president.
South Africa's highly competitive election saw voters express dissatisfaction with the ANC's 30-year rule, citing unemployment, crime, and corruption, while opposition parties sought change.
Senator Ron Johnson urged Donald Trump to support early voting, fearing his anti-early voting stance could harm GOP chances in the upcoming election.
The poll also revealed that a near majority of the public supports a ground operation against Hezbollah in the North.
A survey led by Gesher organization finds 54% of Israelis support setting an agreed election date to calm social unrest. 59% see consensus on draft law beneficial.
"I ask that in every sentence of your discussion today and when you go to sleep at night remember my mother," Ella Ben Ami, daughter of hostage Ohad Ben Ami said in one of the committees.
For the situation to change, an immediate political and security shake-up must occur.
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