Byron Donalds, a Republican endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has been elected as Florida's first Black governor. His victory is part of a broader Republican success in the state, which saw the party maintain control against Democratic challenges.
The St Petersburg International Economic Forum was overshadowed by Ukrainian drone attacks on the city, as President Vladimir Putin dismissed an offer for peace talks from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Putin affirmed an uncompromising stance on the conflict, while the forum attempted to project an image of economic stability despite growing pressures.
Peru's presidential election sees right-wing Keiko Fujimori and left-wing Roberto Sánchez vying for power, with public insecurity and economic stability driving voter concerns amidst deep political polarisation.
