Far-right Austrian candidate defeated in presidential polls
The Far-right candidate Norbert Hofer has lost Austria’s presidential election.
On Facebook, he described himself as “infinitely sad” and congratulated Alexander Van der Bellen, former head of the Greens, on his victory, the BBC wrote.
Although the post is ceremonial in Austria, the poll had been seen as a sign of how well populist candidates might do elsewhere in Europe, the BBC added.
According to the BBC, Mr Van der Bellen called the result a vote for a “pro-European” Austria based on “freedom, equality and solidarity”.
Established parties and European Union leaders are likely to welcome the result, the BBC indicated., saying the Austrian results surprised many.
The views expressed in Op-Ed pieces are those of the author and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Libyan Express.
How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@libyanexpress.com. Please include ‘Op-Ed’ in the subject line.
How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@libyanexpress.com. Please include ‘Op-Ed’ in the subject line.
Latest posts by Libyan Express (see all)
- Parliament spokesman denies obstruction after Libyan MPs allege lockout - September 22, 2026
- Hunger strikers’ welfare raised in joint appeal over Tunis detentions - September 22, 2026
- Zawiya refinery faces disruption after Sharara pipeline closure - September 22, 2026