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“Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of President Trump, and Brazil's veteran President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face off in a runoff on Oct. 25 for the top job of Latin America's powerhouse economy.”

“How the election works Brazil’s president is directly elected: each voter’s ballot counts equally and there is no electoral college.”

“Brazil's tight election raises questions over fate of its climate-finance push SAO PAULO/BRASILIA, Oct 8 - Brazil's tight presidential election has some investors, executives and climate-focused businesses worried that a government led by conservative Senator…”

“Brazil’s betting market is in turmoil since Lula, nine days before the first round of presidential elections, signed an order to ban all platforms.”

“Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has signed an order banning fixed-odds sports betting just over a week before the first round of the presidential election, in a move he said was designed to tackle the pervasive problem of families falling into…”

“The move comes just over a week before the first round of voting in Brazil's presidential election.”

“Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Cristiano Zanin orders voting in the country’s presidential runoff on Sunday to be extended by two hours, granting a request from President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s campaign.”

“Brazilians are voting in Sunday's polarizing presidential runoff between incumbent and Flávio Bolsonaro, a contest that will determine whether the U.S. will significantly expand its growing influence in Latin America.Polls showed the two candidates, who need…”

“Across Brazil, voters made their way to polling stations on Sunday 25 October as President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva faced Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a runoff election.”

“SAO PAULO (AP) — Final arguments to voters in Brazil’s presidential election were made Saturday, the eve of the runoff between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Sen.”

“Brazil’s presidential candidates Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro have rallied thousands of supporters in a final show of campaign strength in advance of the country’s closely contested run-off election.”

“Lula against Flavio - both candidates in the second-round presidential election in Brazil hold rallies in major cities on the last day of campaigning.”

“Invoking Brazil’s election, currently being contested between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of Lula’s predecessor and Trump ally Jair Bolsonaro, Trump wrote: “125 Million People voted today in the first round of Brazil’s…”

“President Donald Trump mentioned India in a social media post to claim that the electoral process in the U.S. was “corrupt”, when there were no elections in India, and the post clearly appeared to be about the presidential election in Brazil.”

“US President Donald Trump on Monday confused India with Brazil, claiming that 125 million people had voted in an Indian “presidential election”, while also questioning the integrity of the American voting system.”

“Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has announced a 15% increase in the country’s main cash-transfer programme for poor families, as well as free weight-loss jabs, prompting criticism from opponents who say the moves are electorally motivated just…”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s government has announced a 15 percent increase in welfare benefits ahead of a closely watched presidential election in October.”

“Brazil's Lula raises welfare benefit ahead of October election BRASILIA, Sept 17 - Brazil's Planning Minister Bruno Moretti announced on Thursday a 15% increase in cash transfers under the country's flagship welfare program Bolsa Familia, as President Luiz…”

“Sao Paulo, Brazil – The first time she voted in a Brazilian presidential election, in 2014, Larissa Campelo voted for centre-right Senator Aecio Neves.”

“But during his presidential term, Jair used his social media platforms to cast doubt on the accuracy of Brazil’s election system.”

“Brazil, the world's largest sugar producer, is in the midst of a presidential election that could further impact global prices.”

“These federal elections, which include congressional and gubernatorial races alongside the presidential contest, have been dogged by accusations of meddling by the Trump administration, prompting incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to send a clear…”

“Ballots reach remote Indigenous Brazilians ahead of presidential election Ballot boxes have made it to remote Indigenous communities in Brazil ahead of the country’s most important election in years.”

“Here’s what you need to know about Brazil’s 2026 presidential elections.”

“SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro snubbed a planned debate ahead of the first round of the presidential election, depriving 158 million voters from watching them face off.”

“President Donald Trump's sometimes bombastic stance towards Brazil has placed him at the center of debate ahead of the country's tightly fought presidential elections in October.”

“- Published Brazil's left-wing President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and his right-wing rival, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, have clashed in a debate held one week before the run-off presidential election.”

“Brazil’s presidential candidates traded barbs in the first debate ahead of Sunday’s runoff, with polls showing a technical tie.”

“Firing off personal attacks, Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing senator Flávio Bolsonaro held an acrimonious first debate on Sunday, a week before a tight presidential election runoff.”

“Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level since records began in 1988, according to official figures that give a boost to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva days before a presidential run-off.”

“- Published Brazil's government says deforestation rates in the country's Amazon and savanna regions have fallen to record lows ahead of a presidential election run-off where the rainforest's future is a key issue.”

“Bolsonaro's eldest son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, in a presidential election runoff on October 25, after the younger Mr.”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have wrapped up their election campaigns, each voicing confidence in victory ahead of Sunday’s tightly contested first-round presidential vote.”

“Brazil's Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro wrap up campaigns ahead of first-round vote SAO PAULO/SANTA BARBARA D'OESTE, Brazil, Oct 3 - Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro wrapped up their campaigns on Saturday ahead of Sunday's…”

“SAO PAULO (AP) — Front-runners in Brazil ‘s presidential race campaigned Saturday in the powerhouse state of Sao Paulo, where a fifth of the nation’s vote is based, seeking to rally supporters and convince the undecided on the eve of Sunday’s election.”

“The United States has suspended consular services in Brazil, prompting Australia to close its embassy in the Brazilian capital, two days before Brazil’s presidential election on Sunday.”

“RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — U.S. consular services and the Australian embassy in Brazil closed Friday citing security concerns, two days before the country’s presidential election, authorities from both countries said.”

“Log in U.S. consular services and the Australian embassy in Brazil closed Friday citing security concerns, two days before the country's presidential election, authorities from both countries said.”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-winger Flavio Bolsonaro held a final, more diplomatic debate on Friday (October 23, 2026), although neither held back with cutting remarks two days before the election.”

“…lsonaro and Lula clash on living costs, corruption in final Brazil election debate SAO PAULO, Oct 23 - Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva sparred over the cost of living and traded personal attacks on Friday in the last…”

“Lula, Bolsonaro hold calmer debate before Brazil election AI generated RIO DE JANEIRO – Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro debated more diplomatically than usual on Oct 23, although neither held back with…”

“Brazil has shortened the working week to a maximum of 40 hours, a move that could affect up to 30million people and hand a political win to Left-wing president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ahead of the presidential runoff in just nine days.”

“Senators passed the amendment, which left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva had championed, less than two weeks before a second round in the Latin American nation's presidential election.”

“SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s Senate approved a constitutional amendment Wednesday to reduce the country’s maximum workweek from 44 to 40 hours without a salary cut, a move backed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who hopes it will boost his standing…”

“Both candidates for the Brazilian presidency have called for the disqualification of their rivals over allegations of social media interference, ramping up political drama ahead of the close-fought October 25 runoff election.”

“Meta’s London-based oversight board also said it had identified recurring failures with content about Brazil’s presidential elections and the US congressional elections.”

“Days before Brazil’s run-off, Lula and Bolsonaro seek to disqualify each other Clash over alleged algorithmic bias and state messaging ratchets up tension ahead of Sunday’s knife-edge vote In the latest showdown from Brazil’s increasingly rancorous…”

“Brazilian right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has set out steep conditions for disclosing his personal records in response to a challenge from President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, his opponent in Sunday’s election run-off.”

“Brazil's Bolsonaro sets terms for records release after Lula's disclosure challenge BRASILIA, Oct 21 - Brazilian presidential candidate Senator Flavio Bolsonaro imposed conditions on Wednesday to disclose his bank, tax and telephone records after a challenge…”

“…accusations Friday that it acted with political bias during Brazil’s presidential campaign, less than a day after the country’s electoral court ruled the platform must give equal treatment to incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and opposition candidate Flávio…”

“SAO PAULO (AP) — A judge of Brazil’s top electoral court ruled on Thursday that Meta must adopt measures to immediately secure equal treatment of the two presidential candidates ahead of an Oct. 25 runoff.”

“Employees at Meta have acknowledged in internal communications that the Instagram accounts of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva were negatively affected by restrictions during the country’s election, media reports say.”

“Meta employees said Lula's accounts were hindered during Brazil election, Folha reports SAO PAULO, Oct 16 - Employees at Meta acknowledged in internal communications that the Instagram accounts of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva were negatively…”

“The story so far: On Sunday (October 11, 2026) the election campaign of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva accused the tech giant, Meta (parent company of WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram) of deliberately restricting and blocking social media…”

“Editorial | Past forward: On Brazil’s presidential election, the first round The leftist leader is seeking a fourth non-consecutive term in the October 25 runoff, where he will face Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of far-right former president Jair…”

“Thousands of Brazilian students marched in downtown Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday (October 7, 2026) to protest against the possibility of Flávio Bolsonaro winning the presidency, after the far-right candidate received more votes than incumbent and left-leaning…”

“In Pictures Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Rio de Janeiro in a student-led protest against presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and the growing influence of Brazil’s far right.”

“Brazil is three days away from a hotly contested presidential election pitting leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against Flavio Bolsonaro, a right-wing senator – son and political heir to embattled former conservative President Jair Bolsonaro.”

“He has also cultivated close relations with the family of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who lost to Lula in the last presidential election.”

“He served in Congress for almost 30 years before enjoying a surge in popularity during the 2018 presidential election campaign, off the back of a massive corruption scandal involving the Workers' Party, for which Lula was jailed.”

“In the months before election campaigning began, they instructed US diplomats in Brazil that it was US policy to restore former President Jair Bolsonaro as Brazil’s leader – even though he had been disqualified from office for plotting a coup in 2022, when he…”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro remain about even on the eve of Sunday’s election run-off, shows a CNT/MDA poll.”

“EXCLUSIVE: Brazil could join the U.S.-led effort to combat drug cartels if presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro wins the country’s Oct. 25 runoff election, according to his brother, Brazilian politician Eduardo Bolsonaro.”

“During congressional elections that took place alongside the first round of this month's presidential vote, a number of younger, social media-savvy candidates dominated their races.”

“The day before the Quebec vote, Brazil held its national elections, including a presidential election in which right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro outpaced leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.”

“The municipality voted for Brazil's left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in 2022 but switched to the right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro in the first round of Brazil's presidential election this month.”

““For the first time in history, a President of the Nation was investigated with complete freedom, resulting in absolute proof of his innocence,” read a post shared on X by the official presidential office.”

“Latest Stories The Intercept Briefing The Stakes of Brazil’s Presidential Election “Almost all of the worst ideas in the United States have been intentionally exported to Brazil as a way to make Brazil a worse country that’s more in line with U.S. interests.””

“SAO PAULO (AP) — While Brazil’s presidential candidates have not made policy of the Amazon a major campaign topic, climate scientists and environmentalists say the winner of Sunday’s race could determine whether, and how soon, the world’s largest rainforest…”

“Foreign diplomats in Brazil discuss quick recognition of runoff winner BRASÍLIA, Oct 23 - Foreign diplomats in Brasilia are discussing a rapid recognition of whoever wins Sunday's presidential runoff, four ambassadors told Reuters, seeking to ward off any…”

“For the Amazon and the communities who live there, the stakes in Sunday’s Brazilian presidential election runoff could scarcely be higher.”

“RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — When Brazil’s presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro bested incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva by more than 2 million votes in the first round of the country’s election earlier this month, the left was caught off guard.”

“- Published Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's campaign has requested the disqualification of right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro in the lead up to the final round of the presidential election on Sunday over alleged interference by social…”

“…o Bolsonaro BRASILIA, Oct 22 - Rony Amaral, 71, is terrified right-wing Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro will slash healthcare and pension spending if he wins Sunday's runoff vote, so he is supporting leftist Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva…”

“Its clients included President Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign.”

“There are only a few days left until Brazil's runoff election on October 25, with neither left-wing incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva nor right-wing populist Flavio Bolsonaro a clear favorite.”

“For the past week, the streets of Brazil — from the impoverished towns of the Northeast to the rich metropolises of the Southeast — have turned into a sea of red, with millions of supporters of President Lula da Silva walking in his support ahead of the…”

“Meta has denied taking any actions to favour one side in the election, but previously said that some of Lula’s campaign ads had been mistakenly deactivated due to technical errors not isolated to Brazil.”

“Since Trump launched the Big Lie that he had been cheated of victory in the 2020 presidential election by voter fraud, Republican-dominated state legislatures have restricted access to the vote.”

“Brazil, the largest country in the region, is in the midst of a presidential election campaign in which the relationship with Israel has become a key talking point.”

“In 1976, the young engineer was elected to parliament to represent Castelo Branco in Portugal’s first democratic election.”

“Lula pledges free weekend transit nationwide as Brazil runoff nears BRASILIA, Oct 15 - Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday he will send Congress a constitutional amendment guaranteeing free weekend public transport nationwide, the…”

“But that evening, all eyes were on another politician: Eduardo Bolsonaro, the son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and brother of presidential contender Flávio Bolsonaro.”

“Brazil candidates focus fiscal plans on voter-friendly measures before runoff BRASILIA, Oct 15 - As Brazil's presidential runoff campaign enters its final stretch, both candidates are focusing plans for fiscal adjustments on politically palatable measures,…”

“France will hold presidential elections next spring.”

“Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, is currently in the midst of its own presidential election, and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has advanced to the final round of the vote.”

“Brazil’s left-wing leader, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva – who has vowed to end illegal deforestation by 2030 – faces populist right Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a runoff presidential election on Oct 25.”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva led a massive rally on Sunday (October 11, 2026) to call for more days off for workers ahead of an election runoff against his right-wing opponent Flavio Bolsonaro.”

“Rallying in Sao Paulo, presidential candidates seek votes and political support SAO PAULO, Oct 11 - With Brazil's polarized presidential election entering its final stretch, candidates rallied supporters and politicians on Sunday in Sao Paulo, the nation's…”

“RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ’s government on Friday announced new fuel tax cuts and extended existing subsidies aimed at lowering fuel prices, just over two weeks before a closely contested presidential runoff.”

“Conservative candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, led socialist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, 47% to 45%, in the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, setting up a runoff election that will be held Oct. 25.”

“A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro, brother of presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, a move likely to heat up the hard-fought race.”

“Flavio Bolsonaro slightly ahead of Lula in Brazil runoff, Datafolha poll shows SAO PAULO, Oct 8 - Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro is slightly leading President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a simulated scenario of the October 25 presidential runoff, a…”

“With three weeks to go until Brazil’s presidential runoff, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva finds himself in a weaker position than he — or most pollsters — had expected.”

“In this, the Brazilian electorate is moving in synchrony with voters throughout Latin America, who in election after election have tossed out left-wing regimes or reelected conservatives who were already in office.”

“Bolsonaro wins endorsements from right-wing rivals for Brazil election runoff RIO DE JANEIRO/SAO PAULO, Oct 5 - Senator Flavio Bolsonaro received on Monday endorsements from Ronaldo Caiado and Romeu Zema, two right-wing politicians who ran against him in…”

“… PAULO (AP) — Indigenous and environmental organizations in Brazil expressed concern Monday about the weekend’s election results, warning that far-right gains in Congress could threaten Indigenous peoples who play a key role in protecting the Amazon and other…”

“And, Brazil's presidential race goes to runoff Good morning.”

“…e political analyst and former MEP, shares his take on the first round of Brazil's presidential election, in which the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is behind bars, has won the most votes, beating the incumbent left-wing president, Lula da…”

“…ences against under-13s are reported to police each year. - Brazil | Brazil’s presidential race will go to a second round after the far-right candidate, Flávio Bolsonaro, beat the incumbent leftwing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, but failed to secure…”

“Brazil’s Bolsonaro takes slim early lead as results trickle in for high-stakes election Senator Flavio Bolsonaro took an early lead as Brazil began reporting results on Oct 4 afternoon in the first round of a tight presidential election, following a campaign…”

“Over the past 18 months, seven rightwing or far-right candidates have won presidential elections across Latin America.”

“Now, on October 4, Flavio, 45, faces Luiz Inácio ‘Lula’ da Silva, the 80-year-old leftist President, in the presidential elections.”

“In Brazil’s upcoming presidential election, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is facing right-wing challenger and ally of Donald Trump, Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.”

“…ist platform that included income redistribution, defaulting on the country’s debt — nearly $115 billion in 1989 — and blaming the country’s severe economic crisis on outside forces, had lost the country’s first direct democratic presidential election in…”

“To add a little historical context to polling error: during the Trump era, we have seen that in presidential elections, the polls have underestimated Republicans three times in a row at the presidential level.”

“On Sunday, Brazilians go to the polls in a presidential election that many believe will determine more than Latin America’s largest country’s fate for the next four years.”

“Brazil's big political rematch: What to know RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil's presidential election is a rematch of the country's bitter 2022 contest — but with a twist.”

“The Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has claimed he is the only thing standing in the way of far-right “fascists” reclaiming power, as he led a huge rally through the streets of Rio ahead of Sunday’s crunch election.”

“On Sunday, Brazilian voters will head to the polls for the first round of the country's presidential vote.”

“How Brazil's election winner could reshape its institutions as vacancies mount BRASILIA, Oct 2 - Brazil's next president is set to inherit an unusually large number of appointments to the country's most powerful institutions, with vacancies piled up at the…”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his main opponent Flavio Bolsonaro have snubbed a chance at a final debate ahead of the first round of the presidential election on Sunday, while police ruled out a bomb threat outside the country’s Supreme…”

“A row of Biblical proportions has erupted in the run-up to Brazil’s presidential election, with the country’s patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, emerging as an unlikely kingmaker in the deadlocked race.”

“Brazil probing possible bomb placed outside Supreme Court AI generated BRASILIA – Brazilian police are investigating a possible bomb placed in a backpack thrown outside the Supreme Court, the country’s highest tribunal reported on Oct 1, three days before…”

“And yet, Bolsonaro has forged a powerful political dynasty that is on the verge of returning to power in Brazil's October presidential election.”

“Privately, they say they view Brazil's election as a potential early warning sign for France's own presidential election next year.”

“It allows people to wager on things like the future GOP presidential nominee and the price of diesel, and has been extremely accurate at predicting the outcome of events like elections.”

“Brazil's Supreme Court annulled his convictions in 2021, restoring his political rights and paving the way for his return to the presidency the following year. • Should she be cleared to run, Fernández would still face political hurdles, analysts said,…”

“In final election fight, Brazil's Lula carries hopes of Latin America's receding left BRASILIA, Sept 29 - When Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York this month, he used one of the world's…”

“RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Crime is the top concern for Brazilians ahead of October’s presidential election, with candidates competing to offer the toughest — and most effective — approach to the deep-seated problem.”

“The political juggernaut of Latin America, Brazil, is just a month away from a key presidential election.”

“Finally, given the visit is so close to US elections, will the PM meet either or both the presidential contenders Donald Trump and Kamala Harris?”

“Bolsonaro's eldest son Flavio is Lula's biggest challenger in the upcoming presidential election on October 4, and polls currently show the two of them to be neck and neck in a potential runoff.”

“Brazil in order to capture its natural resources by meddling in next month’s presidential election there.”

“Brazil in order to capture its natural resources by meddling in next month’s presidential election.”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has maintained a two-percentage-point lead over Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, his main challenger, in a potential run-off ahead of October’s presidential election, a Datafolha poll has shown.”

“…tries or groups of countries are: - Argentina - Australia - Brazil - Canada - China - France - Germany - India - Indonesia - Italy - Japan - Mexico - Russia - Saudi Arabia - South Africa - South Korea - Turkiye - United Kingdom - United States - African Union…”

“…pple Cuba’s communist government by strangling its economy, Trump’s push for hegemony has also seen the US accused of trying to swing Brazil’s presidential election in favour of the far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro through diplomatic and economic…”

“At the UN, Brazil's Lula warns against foreign interference in upcoming election Sept 22 - Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva used his speech at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday to warn against foreign interference in Brazil's October election…”

“As gangs gain influence, Brazil seeks to shield election from candidates with criminal ties RIO DE JANEIRO, Sept 22 - Brazil has opened a new front against organized crime to keep candidates suspected of criminal ties off the ballot at October's general…”

“Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro remain deadlocked in the latest polls, with the first round of Brazil’s election less than two weeks away.”

“…ning economic approval rating ahead of November’s midterms, Brazil’s government implemented measures to lower prices ahead of presidential elections next month, and European leaders have scrambled to use their limited fiscal capacity to cushion the blow ahead…”

“RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva unveiled a pilot plan Friday to expand the federal government’s role in fighting organized crime in Rio de Janeiro, spotlighting a major voter concern in the lead-up to October’s presidential…”

“Brazil's Lula holds lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of election, Datafolha poll shows SAO PAULO, Sept 17 - Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a narrow numerical lead over Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a potential runoff in the October presidential…”

“In a presidential declaration, President Donald Trump put Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Colombia on its not-so-coveted list of countries that had “failed demonstrably” to meet their counter-narcotics obligations over the past fiscal year.”

“Brazil's top court to decide on unprecedented probe of sitting justice BRASILIA, Sept 15 - Brazil's Supreme Court is set to hold an unprecedented hearing on Tuesday to decide whether to investigate one of its most powerful justices over allegations that he…”

“The Brazil exposure helped catapult Cerimedo into successful presidential campaigns in Argentina (Milei), Honduras (Asfura) and Bolivia (Paz).”

“Brazil, meanwhile, hopes to forge new economic linkages and reaffirm its commitment to being a full BRICS partner, even as some fear that a Flavio Bolsonaro victory in next month’s presidential election could undermine the country’s commitment to the bloc.”

“Sultan al-Arada, a member of the ruling presidential council, described the collapse of government forces in the port city of Mokha and elsewhere on Yemen's west coast as "painful and regrettable."”

“The evangelical Supreme Court justice shaping Brazil’s election BRASILIA/SAO PAULO, Sept 10 - Thousands of Brazilians rallied in Sao Paulo on Monday to boost right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, just weeks before the country's October 4…”

“Bolsonaro son to hold rallies as Brazil court crisis offers opening against Lula SAO PAULO, Sept 7 - Brazil's opposition is set to take to the streets on Independence Day on Monday, as right-wing presidential hopeful Senator Flavio Bolsonaro seeks to…”

“…antucket and neighboring Martha’s Vineyard have long been magnets for political fundraising, and Democrats are again tapping the islands’ deep-pocketed donor networks as candidates and party leaders build their war chests ahead of November’s midterm…”

“The far-right populist Jair Bolsonaro was in his final days as Brazil’s president when, six weeks after losing the election and still refusing to recognise the result, he summoned the heads of the armed forces to a meeting.”

“While US attention has concentrated on that country’s midterms in November, they will be preceded by presidential elections in Brazil and parliamentary polls in Israel.”

“Fachin said Friday morning at a ceremony in Brazil’s presidential palace with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who also asked for no one to be spared from investigations, that he will do “what is right, in the time and in the shape that the legal order…”

“Lula's lead narrows in potential Brazil presidential runoff, Atlas/Bloomberg poll shows SAO PAULO, Aug 31 - Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva would win a potential second-round vote in the October presidential election against opposition Senator…”

“Opposition presidential contender Fernando Dias, 47, said the takeover derailed an election that he was poised to win.”

“The businessman and political consultant Fernando Cerimedo, 42, had been working as an adviser to the Bolivian president, Rodrigo Paz Pereira, and was one of the main strategists behind Javier Milei’s campaign in Argentina’s 2023 presidential election.”

“That has kindled fears of a US military intervention on Brazilian soil or interference in Brazil’s presidential election.”

“Can Infantino survive until the FIFA presidential election in March?”

“Ollanta Humala, who led the country from 2011 to 2016, was convicted in 2025 of accepting illegal funds from the Venezuelan president and Brazilian construction company Odebrecht to fund his election campaigns in 2006 and 2011.”