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world9 days ago•8 min saved

Lula bets on humor and pragmatism to push Brazil’s interests with Trump

Brazil’s Lula da Silva says in a Washington Post interview that personal diplomacy with Trump—sometimes using humor—could yield policy wins for Brazil (lower tariffs, more investment) while he presents himself as a pragmatic, multilateral leader. He aims to secure respect for Brazilian democracy, blunt false narratives about Brazil, and position Brasília as a cooperative partner, even as he campaigns for a fourth term against Flávio Bolsonaro.

via The Washington Post|

#brazil #diplomacy #donald-trump

politics10 days ago•3 min saved

Tight race: Lula vs. Bolsonaro in a dead heat ahead of Brazil’s election

Datafolha’s May 12–13 poll shows Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro tied at 45% each in a head-to-head for Brazil’s presidency, with 9% voting null and 1% undecided among 2,004 respondents, signaling a neck-and-neck race ahead of October’s vote. The piece also notes controversy surrounding Flavio’s campaign financing for a private film about Jair Bolsonaro and related investigations, as Lula’s lead narrows in the face of ongoing scrutiny of the Bolsonaro family.

via Al Jazeera|

#bolsonaro #brazil-election #datafolha

world25 days ago•1 min saved

Congress Slashes Bolsonaro's Coup Sentence After Overriding Veto

Brazil's Congress overrode President Lula da Silva's veto to pass a bill that changes how prison terms are calculated, dramatically reducing former president Jair Bolsonaro's sentence for plotting a coup from 27 years to just over two years. The measure could still face challenge in the Supreme Court, and Bolsonaro had previously been placed under house arrest for health reasons as the case unfolds.

via BBC|

#bolsonaro #brazil #congress

world26 days ago•15 min saved

Lula’s Supreme Court bid blocked by Brazil Senate

Brazil's Senate rejected President Lula da Silva's nominee to the Supreme Court, a setback for Lula's judiciary reform efforts and his broader political agenda.

via AP News|

#brazil #judiciary #lula-da-silva

world1 month ago•8 min saved

Barcelona Summit Signals New Progressive Counterweight to U.S. Influence

Latin American leftist leaders Lula da Silva, Gustavo Petro and Claudia Sheinbaum met in Barcelona with Spain’s Pedro Sánchez to push for a loosely aligned progressive bloc focused on inequality, climate change and reforms to global institutions, while challenging U.S. foreign policy; analysts say the Barcelona gathering signals a potential counterweight to U.S. influence across the region and beyond, though critics warn it remains early-stage and that many governments in the hemisphere pursue market reforms and security-focused policies that often align with U.S. priorities.

via Fox News|

#barcelona-summit #latin-america #lula-da-silva

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Rio Carnival Opens With Lula Tribute Amid Election-Year Tensions

Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival kicked off with Academicos de Niteroi honoring serving president Lula da Silva, including a giant Lula float and leftist-themed displays, a divisive tribute in an election year that critics say amounts to early campaigning; the parade also featured anti-Bolsonaro imagery (a Bozo the Clown behind bars) as Lula and his wife watched from VIP boxes, highlighting Brazil’s polarized political moment.

via Barron's|

#bolsonaro #brazil #lula

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Brazil and Europe Clash Over Mercosur Trade Deal Amidst Delays and Concerns

Brazil's President Lula da Silva threatened to abandon the Mercosur-EU trade deal if it is not finalized within the month, as Italy and France expressed reluctance to support the agreement, jeopardizing its signing.

via Reuters|

#brazil #france #italy

world8 months ago•9 min saved

Brazil's Bolsonaro Faces Final Coup Trial Amid Political Tensions

Jair Bolsonaro is on trial for allegedly plotting a coup after losing the 2022 Brazilian election, with evidence suggesting plans to assassinate Lula da Silva and military involvement to stay in power, though Bolsonaro denies these accusations. The case highlights the ongoing political instability and threats to Brazil's democracy.

via The New York Times|

#2022-election #brazil-coup-attempt #brazil-democracy

world10 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Threatens 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Political Tensions

Brazil's President Lula da Silva has vowed to retaliate with reciprocal tariffs if the US imposes a 50% import tax on Brazilian goods, in response to Donald Trump's threat linked to Brazil's treatment of ex-President Bolsonaro. The dispute highlights tensions over trade policies and political issues, with Brazil emphasizing its sovereignty and trade surplus with the US, while Trump criticizes Brazil's social media censorship and legal actions against Bolsonaro. The situation underscores the potential impact on US-Brazil trade relations and the broader geopolitical context.

via BBC|

#brazil #lula-da-silva #trade-dispute

politics11 months ago•2 min saved

Bolsonaro denies coup plot but discusses alternative ways to stay in power

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro denied involvement in an alleged coup plot and the storming of government buildings, asserting there was never a possibility of a coup during his tenure. He is on trial along with others for charges including attempting to stage a coup and involvement in criminal organization, following the events of January 8, 2023, when Bolsonaro supporters stormed government buildings after Lula's inauguration. Bolsonaro, who narrowly lost the 2022 election, has denied all charges and claims he acted within constitutional bounds.

via BBC|

#bolsonaro #brazil #coup-plot

world-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Brazil's President Lula in ICU after successful brain surgery

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is recovering well after undergoing surgery to treat a brain bleed caused by a fall in October. The 79-year-old leader had a craniotomy at Sírio-Libanês hospital in São Paulo and is in stable condition, conscious, and without any brain injury. Lula is expected to return to Brasília next week, with Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin temporarily handling some presidential duties.

via BBC.com|

#brain-bleed #brazil #lula-da-silva

world-news1 year ago•1 min saved

Brazil's President Lula in ICU After Emergency Brain Surgery

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 79, underwent emergency surgery to address an intracranial hemorrhage. The procedure was successful, and he is currently recovering in the ICU at Sirio Libanes hospital in Sao Paulo. The hemorrhage is believed to be linked to a previous fall earlier this year, which had forced him to cancel a trip to the BRICS summit. A news conference is expected to provide further details on his condition.

via NBC News|

#brain-surgery #brazil #health

world-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Bolsonaro Indicted for Alleged 2022 Coup Plot in Brazil

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others have been charged by federal police with plotting a coup to dismantle Brazil's democratic system. The investigation, which has been forwarded to the supreme court, accuses them of forming a criminal organization and attempting to overthrow the government. The charges come after arrests related to a plot to assassinate current President Lula da Silva and his vice-president. Bolsonaro, who denies involvement, awaits legal counsel. The investigation is based on extensive evidence, including plea deals and financial records.

via The Guardian|

#brazil #coup-attempt #federal-police

world-news1 year ago•6 min saved

G20 Summit in Brazil: Navigating Global Tensions and Trump's Impact

Brazil is hosting the G20 summit amid global tensions, including two major wars and Donald Trump's recent election victory, which complicates the prospects for a strong geopolitical declaration. Instead, the summit is expected to focus on social issues like hunger eradication, a priority for Brazil's President Lula da Silva. Lula's administration aims to maintain Brazil's non-aligned stance, but Trump's election and Argentina's objections to certain clauses in the draft declaration pose challenges. The summit will also see President Biden attending, with discussions on climate and global infrastructure.

via NBC Montana|

#brazil #donald-trump #g20-summit

world-news1 year ago•6 min saved

G20 Summit Faces Global Tensions with Trump's Return and Biden's Arrival

via NBC Montana|

#brazil #donald-trump #g20-summit