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Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Radiotherapy for Skin Cancer
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Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Radiotherapy for Skin Cancer

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is undergoing preventive radiotherapy for an early-stage skin cancer lesion found on his scalp. The treatment comes four months before the Brazilian elections, with reports indicating a positive prognosis.

Trump Postpones Planned Military Strike on Iran
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Trump Postpones Planned Military Strike on Iran

President Donald Trump announced he had called off a planned military strike against Iran, citing progress in negotiations and requests from Gulf allies. The decision temporarily de-escalated tensions and raised hopes for a diplomatic resolution.

Senator Rubio Meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican Amid US-Vatican Tensions
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Senator Rubio Meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican Amid US-Vatican Tensions

US Senator Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican in a 'constructive' meeting aimed at strengthening US-Vatican ties. The discussions took place amidst reported tensions between the Vatican and the Trump administration.

Brazil Congress Approves Plan to Drastically Cut Bolsonaro's Jail Term
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Brazil Congress Approves Plan to Drastically Cut Bolsonaro's Jail Term

Brazil's Congress has approved a measure to significantly reduce the potential jail term for former President Jair Bolsonaro, overriding a presidential veto. This decision could see his sentence cut from 27 years to just over two years.

Brazil's Lula Denies Support for Russia's War in Ukraine
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Brazil's Lula Denies Support for Russia's War in Ukraine

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has asserted that Brazil has never supported Russia's war against Ukraine. He made this statement amidst ongoing international discussions regarding the conflict.

Politicsbloomberg1mo ago

Flavio Bolsonaro Leads Lula in Runoff Poll

Flavio Bolsonaro has reportedly secured a narrow lead over Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a recent runoff poll. This development indicates a tight race in the ongoing political contest.

Brazil Endorses Ghana's UN Reparations Push
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Brazil Endorses Ghana's UN Reparations Push

Brazil's President Lula da Silva announced support for Ghana's United Nations resolution seeking formal recognition of the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity and advocating for reparatory justice.

Supporters of Bolsonaro rally across Brazil
PoliticsKorea Herald2mo ago

Supporters of Bolsonaro rally across Brazil

Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro demonstrated in cities across the South American nation on Sunday, as organizers hoped to build momentum for a right-wing victory in the upcoming presidential elections. Protesters draped in yellow and green — the colors of the national flag — took to the streets in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and the capital Brasilia to voice their opposition to current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva who faces a tough reelection bid in Octob

Korea, Brazil leaders elevate ties to strategic partnership
PoliticsKorea Herald3mo ago

Korea, Brazil leaders elevate ties to strategic partnership

South Korea and Brazil agreed to elevate their ties to a strategic partnership, adopting a four-year action plan and unveiling a package of cooperation deals during the summit. President Lee Jae Myung met with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at Cheong Wa Dae on Monday during Lula’s three-day state visit to South Korea, which began the previous day. Lee announced the elevation of bilateral ties, citing the steady rise in trade — which has exceeded $10 billion annually over the past

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Lula Leads Bolsonaro in Brazil Poll Amid Scandal

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has taken a lead over Jair Bolsonaro in a recent Brazilian election poll. This shift comes after Bolsonaro's son, Flavio Bolsonaro, was linked to a scandal-plagued banker.

China Pledges Billions in US Agricultural Purchases
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China Pledges Billions in US Agricultural Purchases

The White House announced that China has agreed to purchase at least US$17 billion in US agricultural products annually. This commitment comes as trade talks between the two nations resume.

US and Iran Exchange Fire in Hormuz Strait, Fueling Oil Price Hikes
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US and Iran Exchange Fire in Hormuz Strait, Fueling Oil Price Hikes

US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the region. This renewed hostility led to a significant increase in oil prices and caused volatility in global stock markets.

Trump-Backed Candidates Win Key Primaries in Indiana and Ohio
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Trump-Backed Candidates Win Key Primaries in Indiana and Ohio

Donald Trump's endorsed candidates secured significant victories in the recent Indiana and Ohio primary elections, demonstrating his continued influence and control over the Republican Party. These results underscore Trump's ability to shape electoral outcomes and the party's direction.

North Korea Missile Launch Draws South Korean Condemnation
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North Korea Missile Launch Draws South Korean Condemnation

North Korea launched ballistic missiles, prompting South Korea's Cheong Wa Dae to denounce the act as a UNSC resolution violation and convene an emergency meeting. Seoul called for an immediate halt to such launches.

Claudia Sheinbaum Visits Barcelona, Meets Lula da Silva
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

Claudia Sheinbaum Visits Barcelona, Meets Lula da Silva

Mexican presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum traveled to Barcelona, where she engaged in political discussions and met with former Brazilian President Lula da Silva. Her travel in economy class was also noted during the visit.

Israel-Lebanon 10-Day Ceasefire Takes Effect
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Israel-Lebanon 10-Day Ceasefire Takes Effect

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has officially gone into effect, with reports indicating US mediation in the agreement. The truce aims to temporarily halt hostilities between the two nations.

India, Brazil sign rare earths deal to build ‘resilient supply chains’
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India, Brazil sign rare earths deal to build ‘resilient supply chains’

India and Brazil agreed to boost cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said after talks in New Delhi with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. “The agreement on critical minerals and rare earths is a major step towards building resilient supply chains,” Modi said. Brazil has the world’s second-largest reserves of critical minerals, which are used in everything from electric vehicles, solar panels and smartphones to jet engines and...

Brazil's Lula Launches Billion-Dollar Plan Against Organized Crime
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Brazil's Lula Launches Billion-Dollar Plan Against Organized Crime

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has launched a multi-billion dollar plan to combat organized crime and gangs across the country. This initiative comes amidst rising security pressures and ahead of upcoming elections, as Lula seeks to counter a tough-on-crime narrative.

Rubio Declares End to US Combat Operations in Iran, Focuses on Hormuz
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Rubio Declares End to US Combat Operations in Iran, Focuses on Hormuz

US Secretary of State Rubio announced the conclusion of "Epic Fury" combat operations against Iran, stating that the US priority is now to ensure the free passage of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that the aggressive phase of the conflict has ended and the strait should return to its previous status.

Lula and Sánchez Form Progressive Alliance Against Far-Right
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Lula and Sánchez Form Progressive Alliance Against Far-Right

Brazilian President Lula da Silva and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez have sealed a progressive alliance in Barcelona, calling for a united front against the global far-right and warning that democracy's decline could lead to authoritarianism. Lula emphasized that democracy and multilateralism are crucial to avoiding global conflict.

Sánchez and Lula Launch Global Anti-Trumpist Front
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Sánchez and Lula Launch Global Anti-Trumpist Front

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva launched a global anti-Trumpist front in Barcelona. They aim to unite the world's left and halt the rising wave of the far-right.

Sánchez Hosts Summit for Democracy, Meets Lula da Silva
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

Sánchez Hosts Summit for Democracy, Meets Lula da Silva

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is convening presidents and members from over 20 governments to defend democracy, coinciding with the first bilateral summit between Spain and Brazil, highlighting political alignment with Lula da Silva.

Brazil's Lula Names VP as Running Mate Amid Slipping Poll Numbers
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Brazil's Lula Names VP as Running Mate Amid Slipping Poll Numbers

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has named his vice president as his running mate for the upcoming October election. This decision comes as recent polls indicate the veteran leftist president is slipping to a dead heat with his main opponent, Flavio Bolsonaro.

Brazilian President Lula criticizes UN's inaction on conflicts
Worldobservador2mo ago

Brazilian President Lula criticizes UN's inaction on conflicts

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized the United Nations for its inability to convene a conference on global conflicts, accusing the organization of ceding to 'lords of war' and attacking Trump for boasting about the 'largest army in the world'.

Lula meets South Korea’s Lee to deepen trade and defence ties
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Lula meets South Korea’s Lee to deepen trade and defence ties

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva began the official programme of his state visit to South Korea in Seoul on Monday, ahead of talks with President Lee Jae-myung expected to strengthen cooperation on trade, defence and other strategic areas.

Rio carnival parade honours President Lula, sparks criticism
CultureFrance 243mo ago

Rio carnival parade honours President Lula, sparks criticism

A colossal metallic robot depicting Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva towered over Rio de Janeiro's famed Sambadrome avenue on Sunday night, in a Carnival parade that has drawn fire for its tribute to a sitting president in an election year. Samba school Academicos de Niteroi kicked off three days of dazzling parades with the homage to Lula, tracing his life as a boy growing up in poverty in the arid northeast, to a metalworker, union leader and then president. The opposition has slammed the parade as veiled early campaigning ahead of October polls in which the 80-year-old Lula is seeking a fourth term.