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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Clea Skopeliti

Giorgia Meloni could be EU kingmaker as Italy goes to polls

Giorgia Meloni in blue satin blouse in front of an EU flag
Polls suggest Georgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party may gain 27% of the vote – up from 6.4% in the 2019 EU elections. Photograph: Carofei/Sintesi/Sipa/Rex/Shutterstock

Italians cast their ballots on Saturday as Italy became the first key player to vote in the European parliamentary elections, which could lead to far-right leader, Giorgia Meloni, acting as kingmaker.

Far-right parties are expected to make gains in the elections, as most countries, including EU heavyweights France and Germany, go to the polls on Sunday. Projected results are expected late on Sunday evening.

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