LONDON: Voters in Ireland went to the polls Friday to elect one of two women as their new president for the next seven years, a largely ceremonial role in the European Union member country. Catherine Connolly, a left-wing independent lawmaker who has the backing of Sinn Féin and is known for her strong stance against Israel, is widely seen as the leading candidate to become the head of state.

Independent candidate’s smooth campaign has enthused younger voters but views on Nato and Hamas may concern European allies

A hotly contested race is anticipated following the withdrawal of one of the three candidates.

Leftwing independent widely expected to succeed Michael D Higgins, but fears grow over low turnout and spoilt ballots

Catherine Connolly, whose campaign was rocked by a last-minute deepfake video, is predicted to win.

Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys wait to find out who will replace Michael D Higgins and become Ireland's 10th president.

Succede al presidente uscente Michael D. Higgins

LONDON: Voters in Ireland went to the polls Friday to elect one of two women as their new president for the next seven years, a largely ceremonial role in the European Union…

Early tallies indicate resounding victory for leftwinger as voters deliver humbling rebuke to government

Catherine Connolly, a left-wing candidate, is poised to become Ireland's next president as opponents concede defeat.

Catherine Connolly führte einen politischen Wahlkampf, obwohl das Präsidentenamt auch in Irland eher ein repräsentatives ist. Unterstützt wurde die unabhängige bisherige…

Counting was underway for Ireland's presidential election, with early tallies suggesting a significant lead for left-wing independent Catherine Connolly.

Catherine Connolly, a pro-Palestine, left-wing candidate, is on course for landslide victory as vote counting continues.

The result, long clear from early tallies, was officially announced at Dublin Castle.

Catherine Connolly, a left-leaning independent, wins the Irish presidential election, marking a significant political shift in Ireland.

Catherine Connolly, an independent socialist, was elected Ireland's next president in a landslide on Saturday. Connolly, 68, won a record 63.4% valid vote.

Our Dublin correspondent takes a look at the president-elect's campaign and priorities for her seven-year tenure.

After a bizarre contest in which both government candidates blew their chances, the left has shown it can unite to win, says Irish Times columnist Justine McCarthy