Brazil judge orders round-the-clock surveillance of ‘flight risk’ Bolsonaro Pre-trial monitoring ordered after police reported former president had drafted request for asylum in Argentina The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2025
Bolsonaro given 48 hours to explain alleged plans to flee to Argentina Brazilian supreme court judge sets ultimatum after police claim far-right populist sought to flee to avoid punishment over failed coup The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2025
Verdict and sentencing for Brazil's Bolsonaro is set for early September Brazil's Supreme Court has announced that it will deliver a verdict and sentence in the coup trial against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro early next month The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025
Brazil announces $5.5 billion in credits for exporters hit by Trump's tariffs President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva described the plan, which includes a bill to be sent to Congress, as a first step to help local exporters. Euronews · Aug 14, 2025
Brazil's Lula announces $5.5 billion in credits for exporters hit by US tariffs The Brazilian government has unveiled a plan to support local exporters affected by U.S. tariffs The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2025
Lula says Trump would be put on trial in Brazil if January 6 riots took place there Brazilian president’s comments come amid US attempts to pressure judges in coup trial against Trump ally Bolsonaro The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2025
The ‘European capital of Brazil’ moves to expel Black politician from office – again Experts say new removal cases against Renato Freitas show how Curitiba is ill-equipped to handle a defiant Black leader The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2025
Mexico's Sheinbaum Praised For Cool-Handed Approach to Trump and Trade Talks: 'She Never Takes the Bait' Analysts consulted by Politico say her fact-based approach resonates with American counterparts and has earned goodwill within the White House Latin Times · Aug 10, 2025
Bolsonaro supporters pray for Trump rescue as coup plot trial verdict nears Far-right ex-president’s devotees pin hopes on pressure campaign but tariffs and sanctions appear likely to fail The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025
Top US diplomat in Brazil summoned to foreign ministry over Bolsonaro trial comments US embassy accused supreme court judge of persecuting ex-president, currently on trial for alleged coup attempt The Guardian - US · Aug 8, 2025
Brazil’s president signs environmental ‘devastation bill’ but vetoes key articles Campaigners had urged Lula to veto the bill entirely, but many have welcomed his alterations The Guardian - US · Aug 8, 2025
'India Is Ready For It,' Says PM Narendra Modi On Trump's Tariff Threats—Will 'Never Compromise' On Farmer Interests Amid growing threats of steep tariffs by President Donald Trump, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has doubled down on his commitment to protecting the livelihoods of farmers, fisherfolk and pastoralists. Benzinga · Aug 7, 2025
Brazil's President Says 'Won't Humiliate Myself' By Calling Trump — Seeks Joint BRICS Response With China, India To Counter Tariffs Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he has no plans to reach out to President Donald Trump to negotiate the new tariffs imposed by the United States. Benzinga · Aug 7, 2025
US steps up efforts to help Bolsonaro avoid jail over alleged coup plot State department condemns judge’s decision to place former Brazil president under house arrest as trial proceeds The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2025 Poland is sliding back towards populism. Democrats elsewhere should heed our mistakes Donald Tusk has failed to offer a positive vision for the future. Without one, liberals will just be an interval between populist acts, say historian Karolina Wigura and journalist Jarosław Kuisz
Euronews · Aug 5, 2025 Brazil's Supreme Court orders house arrest of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro amid coup plot allegations The ruling comes a month after Brazil’s top court ordered the former president to wear an ankle monitor, submit to a curfew and abide by limitations on his activity as legal proceedings investigating an alleged coup plot continue.
We Got This Covered · Aug 4, 2025 ‘He’s elected to take appropriate action’: Trump official drops bombshell justification for controversial Brazil move Brazil gets the Trump treatment.
The Guardian - US · Aug 1, 2025 Brazil judge hits back at ‘cowardly and treasonous’ plot behind US sanctions US put sanctions on Judge Alexandre de Moraes as an apparent move by Trump to help his ally Jair Bolsonaro
The Guardian - US · Jul 31, 2025 ‘Classic tinpot dictator’: Trump exports his assault on democracy to Brazil US president seems to be weaponizing tariffs to punish Brazil for its coup trial against his ally Bolsonaro
Euronews · Jul 31, 2025 US Treasury sanctions Brazilian judge overseeing Bolsonaro's trial US President Donald Trump also signed an executive order that effectively implements the 50% tariff announced earlier this month, which he had explicitly linked to Bolsonaro's case.
The Guardian - US · Jul 31, 2025 Trump news at a glance: president on tariff blitz ahead of August deadline Trump accused of ‘attack on Brazilian democracy’ for sanctioning Bolsonaro judge while slapping a 50% levy on the country – key US politics stories from Wednesday 30 July
The Guardian - US · Jul 30, 2025 Trump accused of ‘attack on Brazilian democracy’ after sanctioning Bolsonaro trial judge US treasury imposes sanctions on Alexandre de Moraes, presiding over Bolsonaro alleged coup plot trial
The Guardian - US · Jul 30, 2025 President Lula hits back as Trump tariffs threaten US-Brazil trade showdown Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says he won’t be cowed by Trump ahead of 50% tariffs set to hit Brazil
Euronews · Jul 28, 2025 COP30 will be different: Brazil wants world leaders to face the climate crisis head-on In Belem, the UN climate summit will bring global leaders face to face with the harsh realities of climate change and inequality.
The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2025 To host UN climate talks, Brazil chose one of its poorer cities. That's no accident This year's United Nations climate conference in November is in Belem, Brazil, a city facing high poverty and infrastructure challenges