Colombia held a closely contested presidential runoff yesterday. According to France 24's reporting, preliminary results from the national electoral authority show far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has been elected president. But the race is far from over. His left-wing rival, Iván Cepeda, announced his campaign will challenge the preliminary results during the official count, contesting results at thirty-three thousand polling stations. The contestation reflects deep political divisions in Colombia, which now faces an uncertain transition period with its new leadership.

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