Mossad and Brazilian Authorities Thwart Hezbollah Terror Plot in Brazil

Tensions between Brazil and Israel have escalated as the Israeli spy agency, Mossad, publicly thanked Brazil's police for foiling a Hezbollah attack in Brazil, linking it to the ongoing Gaza war. Brazilian Justice Minister Flavio Dino rebuked Israel, emphasizing Brazil's sovereignty and rejecting any foreign authority directing Brazilian police. Dino's comments reflect growing unease among Brazilian officials with Israel's conduct, including the slow release of trapped Brazilians in Gaza. Brazil's Foreign Ministry warned that the diplomatic relationship would become unsustainable if harm befell the trapped Brazilians. Additionally, Brazil was irked when Israel's ambassador took pictures with far-right politicians.