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Egypt Holds Landmark Presidential Elections

HeadlineMay 23, 2012

Egypt is holding its first presidential elections since the ouster of longtime ruler Hosni Mubarak last year. As many as 50 million voters are eligible to vote, and a massive turnout is expected. Analysts say no candidate is expected to win a majority, and a runoff election is scheduled for June 16 and June 17.

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