This wasn’t the story global political analysts had expected to tell this week: In Brazil and Serbia, the youth are celebrating.

Their hope for a democratic future has been restored after two shock election wins for the left that young voters helped deliver.

But as the polling booths close today in what’s been described as one of Israel’s most consequential elections, it’s likely to be a very different story.

Today, co-host of The News Agents, Emily Maitlis, on a blockbuster week of elections, the Trump-effect hanging over all three countries, and how the results could shape global politics.

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