POLITICS● LOWOct 1 · Oct 1, 2026, 2:32 AM
El Salvador sets 2027 presidential election as Nayib Bukele seeks third term
France 24 [en] · south america
El Salvador will hold presidential elections on February 28, 2027, the electoral tribunal said Wednesday, opening the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek a third term after constitutional changes removed presidential term limits. Bukele has drawn praise for sharply reducing gang violence but faced criticism over rights abuses during his crackdown.
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