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Lula

U.S. tariff plan sparks Lula’s criticism of Bolsonaro family

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva accused members of the Bolsonaro family of being “traitors to the nation,” alleging they lobbied the U.S. government to impose a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods and target Brazil’s PIX electronic payment system.

03 Jun 2026-22:52
Brazil's President Lula begins radiotherapy for skin cancer

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially commenced a course of preventive radiation therapy following an early-stage skin cancer diagnosis, according to an official medical bulletin released on Monday.

26 May 2026-10:16
Lula and Trump hold talks amid US trade tariff concerns

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House for discussions likely centered on trade, security, and critical minerals, as Lula aims to reset their strained relationship.

07 May 2026-23:33
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to meet Donald Trump in Washington this week

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will travel to the ‌United States in the coming days to meet with his counterpart Donald Trump, two sources in the Brazilian government.

05 May 2026-10:05
Brazil Congress cuts Bolsonaro sentence, Lula suffers defeat

Brazil’s Congress has voted to override a presidential veto, approving changes to sentencing laws that could significantly reduce prison time for former president Jair Bolsonaro, marking a major political setback for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

01 May 2026-10:49
Brazil poll shows tight Lula-Bolsonaro race

Brazil’s presidential race is tightening, with a new poll showing Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro virtually tied in a potential runoff ahead of October’s general election.

15 Apr 2026-15:56
South Korea, Brazil boost trade and mineral ties

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Seoul on Monday to strengthen cooperation across trade, key minerals, technology, and culture. The leaders agreed to elevate their countries’ relationship into a strategic partnership and support stability on the Korean Peninsula.

23 Feb 2026-10:10
Brazil’s Lula says Maduro should face trial in Venezuela

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has said that ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro should face legal accountability in his own country rather than in the United States. Lula made the remarks during an interview while visiting India for an artificial intelligence summit, stressing that Venezuela’s national sovereignty must take precedence over foreign intervention.

21 Feb 2026-12:40
Brazil, India eye critical minerals deal

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva are set to meet in New Delhi on Saturday, aiming to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and rare earth elements.

21 Feb 2026-09:52
Xi promises China's support to Brazil's Lula during 'turbulent' times

24 Jan 2026-10:25