Portugal’s ruling center-right Democratic Alliance (AD) won a snap parliamentary election on Sunday but again fell short of the majority needed to end a long period of instability as the far-right Chega gained a record share of the vote.

Portugal's centre-right Democratic Alliance (AD) won an early parliamentary election on Sunday, but again fell short of the full majority needed to end a long period of political uncertainty, while the centre-left Socialists and far-right Chega were nearly tied for second place.

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Official results show that the center-right Democratic Alliance has won Portugal’s general election. Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more.