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Portugal will hold early general elections following the rejection of the government's vote of confidence in the Assembly of the Republic on 11 March 2025. This outcome led to the resignation of the current government. The vote of confidence was opposed by nearly all opposition parties, including the Socialist Party (PS), CHEGA (far-right), Left Bloc (BE), Portuguese Communist Party (PCP), LIVRE, and the sole deputy of PAN (People-Animals-Nature), Inês Sousa Real. The only votes in favour came from the ruling coalition, the Democratic Alliance (AD) – which includes the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the People’s Party (CDS) – along with the Liberal Initiative (IL).  While the official election date is yet to be confirmed, two potential dates have been suggested: May 11 or May 18, 2025. The Portuguese President, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, is expected to make an official announcement today. The political crisis leading to the dissolution of the government stems from allegations of a potential conflict of interest involving Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. Below is a timeline of the key developments:

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