Brazil

Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 08:29 UTC
Second case of bird flu confirmed at Brasilia's Zoo

Brazilian authorities confirmed Monday a case of avian flu in an Australian emu found dead at the Brasilia Zoo. The infected bird's enclosure was sanitized to prevent the disease from further spreading, and biosecurity measures were adopted while the facility remains closed to the public until further notice.
Monday, June 16th 2025 - 10:47 UTC
Brazilians march in support of Palestinian victims

Thousands of Brazilians marched Sunday through the streets of São Paulo in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, protesting against Israel's military actions, as part of the “Global March to Gaza,” supported by social movements, unions, and left-wing politicians. They called for a ceasefire and urged the Brazilian government to sever trade ties with Israel.
Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 03:53 UTC
Brazil might sever military ties with Israel

The Brazilian Government of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is evaluating the possibility of cutting military ties with Israel in response to Tel Aviv’s actions in the Gaza Strip, which have been described in Brasilia as genocide against the Palestinian people, Special Advisor Celso Amorim told Agência Brasil.
Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 03:24 UTC
Brazil-Caribbean Summit: Lula highlights South-South cooperation

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva highlighted the developing South-South alliance during his opening speech at the Brazil-Caribbean Summit at the Itamaraty Palace. He also mentioned that cooperation with Caribbean countries would be one of the pillars of his foreign policy.
Friday, June 13th 2025 - 18:54 UTC
Brazil concerned over Israel's attack on Iran

The Government of Brazil issued a statement Friday condemning Israel's attack against Iran, which represented a violation of the latter's sovereignty.
Wednesday, June 11th 2025 - 20:01 UTC
Canadian PM invites Lula over to G7 Summit

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio da Silva of Brazil will be attending the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, on June 17, following an invitation from Prime Minister Mark Carney. The South American leader will participate in an extended session with other invited nations, including South Africa, Australia, and India, and will also hold a bilateral meeting with Carney.
Monday, June 9th 2025 - 19:08 UTC
Food security tops Brazil-Caribbean Summit agenda

The Brazil-Caribbean Summit, set for June 13 in Brasilia, will focus on five key areas for a final document: food and nutrition security, climate change, energy transition, risk management, and connectivity, a high-ranking official from Brazil's Foreign Ministry confirmed Monday.
Monday, June 9th 2025 - 10:59 UTC
Lula condemns drop in financial assistance to developing countries amid surging military spending

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned on Sunday the reduction in financial aid for environmental, economic, and social causes from wealthier countries to the poorer nations, highlighting a 7% drop in Official Development Assistance (ODA) in 2024, while military spending increased by 9.4%.
Friday, June 6th 2025 - 19:19 UTC
Lula warns UN ain't what it used to be

Speaking at the Brazil-France Business Forum in Paris, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva insisted Friday that the United Nations (UN) amounted to very little presently, unlike in its heyday. “We don't have global governance today,” Lula argued. The UN “represents almost anything,” he added. “The UN created the State of Israel in 1947; why doesn't it create the State of Palestine now? Because it doesn't have the strength.”
Friday, June 6th 2025 - 10:51 UTC
Brazil enacts measures marking World Environment Day

The Brazilian government announced Thursday a set of environmental measures, including the sanctioning of Bill 3.469/2024, which provides financial collaboration between the Federal Government and states to prevent and combat wildfires. An investment of R$ 32 million (US$ 5.72 million) was allocated for fire prevention and control in the Amazon and Pantanal.