France's Parliamentary Election

Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party wins first round of France's parliamentary election with historic gains, setting up a run-off next week with other parties. Le Pen's party seen winning around 34% of the vote, ahead of Macron's Together alliance and the New Popular Front. High turnout suggests possible record number of three-way run-offs. Horsetrading begins for potential alliances. RN president Bardella ready to be prime minister if party wins absolute majority.

President Macron's snap parliamentary election in France

President Macron has called a snap parliamentary election in France after a humiliating defeat by the far right. The move is seen as a risky gamble to see if the country will vote differently from the recent European Parliament elections.

South Korea parliamentary election results

South Korea's liberal opposition parties are expected to win a landslide victory in the parliamentary election, potentially making conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol a lame duck for his remaining three years in office. The election serves as a mid-term confidence vote on President Yoon, who has been grappling with low approval ratings and a liberal opposition-controlled parliament.

Iranian Parliamentary Election Results

Iranian hard-line politicians dominate country's parliamentary election, maintaining their hold on the legislature; some moderate and independent lawmakers also elected; low turnout suspected due to boycott calls and voter apathy; election marks dissatisfaction with the current regime.

Iran Parliamentary Election 2023

Iran held its first parliamentary election since the 2022 nationwide protests against the government.

Iran's Parliamentary Election

Iran held its first parliamentary election since mass protests over mandatory hijab laws following the death of Mahsa Amini. The election saw a low turnout amid calls for a boycott and restrictions on reformist candidates. The economy continues to struggle under sanctions. Supreme Leader Khamenei and hard-line President Raisi urged people to vote, but turnout was low. Heavy security was present across the country.