Portugal will hold an early general election on May 18 after a minority government lost a confidence vote. President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa described the government's collapse as unexpected and urged voter participation. The political instability follows a history of minority governments and rising populism, with the right-wing party Chega gaining support. The outgoing Prime Minister Luís Montenegro faces scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest, while the Social Democrats hope economic growth will maintain their support. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)