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Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his government has triggered an economic reciprocity law against U.S. tariffs

The Independent UK

Bolsonaro Names a Running Mate as Lula's Lead Over Him Narrows to a Single Point

Two polls released in the first days of August show President Lula's lead over challenger Flávio Bolsonaro narrowing as Brazil's October 4 election nears, though the size of that lead still swings widely depending on which pollster is asked. The same week, Bolsonaro closed out his own ticket, naming little-known…

Latin Times

Washington Pulls Brazil's Ambassador Visa as Trade War, Election Politics Collide

The US revoked Brazil's ambassador's visa over a stalled nominee, layering onto tariffs and Bolsonaro's case weeks before Brazil votes

Latin Times

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First Thing: Michigan Democratic race in the balance with El-Sayed holding narrow lead

Congresswoman Haley Stevens trails intensely Senate primary as counting continues

The Guardian - UK

US revokes Brazil ambassador’s visa in escalation of diplomatic feud

Move is retaliation for Lula’s government refusal to approve Trump’s nominee for ambassador in Brasília

The Guardian - US

Lula da Silva formally launches bid for Brazil's presidency

Brazil's Workers' Party meets to confirm Lula da Silva's October bid. At 80, the leftist veteran faces right-wing liberal Flávio Bolsonaro in another polarised Lula vs Bolsonaro race.

Euronews

Brazil's Lula says he is 'in great shape' as he launches fourth term bid

Brazil's Workers' Party on Sunday formally endorsed President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, setting up his candidacy for the October elections as the 80-year-old faces increasing pressure from foreign leaders.

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Brazil's President confirms visa rejection for two US officials over alleged election meddling

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has confirmed that his government denied visas to two US officials, accusing them of attempting to interfere in the country's October general election, Reuters reported

The Times of India

Javier Milei accuses US Democrats of financing ‘anti-Argentina campaign’ at World Cup

President also blames Brazil and Mexico and says online critics ‘do not want the ideas of freedom to succeed’

The Guardian - UK

Milei Endorses Flávio Bolsonaro in São Paulo — Then Brazil Recalls Its Ambassador

Milei launched Flávio Bolsonaro's Brazilian campaign with insults toward Lula and a top judge — triggering an unprecedented ambassador recall.

Latin Times

Brazil rejects Trump officials' visa requests amid election integrity row

Brazil has denied visa requests from two US state department officials who planned to visit the country ahead of the October presidential election. The officials said the proposed visit raised concerns over possible attempts to question the credibility of the country’s electoral system.

The Times of India

Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro to challenge Lula after winning party nomination

Flávio Bolsonaro received backing from Argentine President Javier Milei and a message of support from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while he seeks further endorsements from allies of US President Donald Trump

Euronews

‘Proxy for Trump’ Milei tours Latin America to meet far-right leaders

Tour comes amid Argentinian president’s declining popularity and far-right victories across Latin America

The Guardian - US

Trump Hits 18 Latin American and Caribbean Countries With Higher Tariffs Over Forced-Labor Rules

Brazil's Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva accused Washington of using forced labor as justification for a protectionist trade policy

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Milei Plans July 25th Brazil Visit To Back Flavio Bolsonaro While Brasilia Says No to Jair Bolsonaro Visit

Argentina's president heads to São Paulo to endorse a presidential challenger — a trip that reveals more about Brazil's crackdown on its jailed former leader than about Milei himself.

International Business Times UK

Record Gold Prices Fuelled by Trump's Trade Turmoil Driving New Amazon Mining Invasion

Gold's record highs, driven by global economic uncertainty, are intensifying illegal mining in Brazil's Amazon, threatening indigenous lands.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s total devastation’: inside the Amazonian war against illegal gold mining

The Guardian goes on the ground with Brazilian forces fighting to eradicate mining that has destroyed protected areas of Indigenous land

France 24

US imposes a 25 percent tariff on some Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade practices

The United States will slap 25 percent tariffs on some Brazilian goods starting July 22 following a yearlong investigation under the Trade Act of 1974. The probe concluded that Brazil engaged in unfair trade practices. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned the move, saying it was politically motivated…

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The Guardian - UK

Brazil vows to retaliate if US imposes 25% tariffs on some of its products

President Lula’s office says US move is result of pressure on White House by family of predecessor Jair Bolsonaro

The Independent UK

US imposing a 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices

The Trump administration is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what the U.S. deemed unfair trade practices by the world’s 10th-biggest economy

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Brazil’s sovereignty: Trump turns autonomy into a trade offence

Editorial: Donald Trump’s tariff threat recasts Brazil’s attempt to protect its democracy as unfair commercial practice – and gives Bolsonarism a Washington stage

Latin Times

In Brazil's Crowded Road to October's Presidential Election, Lula Still the Man to Beat

As Brazil heads toward its October vote, a banker's leaked film-financing pitch has turned a coin-flip race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro into a widening lead for the incumbent — even as governors, an activist, and family infighting reshape the right.

The Times of India

‘Pirates of Hormuz’: Brazil PM Lula attacks Trump's 20% shipping toll, calls it ‘piracy’

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has openly criticized Donald Trump's suggestion to impose a fee on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, branding the U.S. as a 'pirate state.' Trump claimed that the U.S. would assume the role of guardian over this vital waterway. This development emerges amid…

The Independent UK

Rio bus drivers and workers throughout Brazil demand shorter work week as lawmakers examine proposal

Hundreds of bus drivers on strike protested in downtown Rio de Janeiro, demanding increased pay, better conditions and an end to the six-day working week

The Independent UK

World leaders react with offers and solidarity after powerful quakes hit Venezuela

World leaders are reacting with offers and solidarity after two powerful earthquakes shook Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings

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