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Portugal Faces Uncertain Future in Third Snap Election

5/18/2025

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Portugal is gearing up for its third snap general election in just three years this Sunday, following Prime Minister Luís Montenegro's confidence vote defeat amid controversy surrounding his family's business dealings. With pressing issues like immigration, housing, and the rising cost of living at the forefront, polls indicate a likely repeat of the fragmented political landscape, leaving stability hanging in the balance.

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Portugal is gearing up for its third snap general election in just three years this Sunday, following Prime Minister Luís Montenegro's confidence vote defeat amid controversy surrounding his family's business dealings. With pressing issues like immigration, housing, and the rising cost of living at the forefront, polls indicate a likely repeat of the fragmented political landscape, leaving stability hanging in the balance.