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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, son of President Jair Bolsonaro, officially kicked off their presidential campaigns in Brazil. Both candidates returned to their respective political strongholds to launch their bids for the presidency.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 80, has launched his campaign for a historic fourth term, vowing to keep the far-right from power, as Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the jailed former president, pledges to fight the system.
A recent Quaest poll in Brazil indicates that Senator Flávio Bolsonaro has a 54% rejection rate, two points higher than President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, ahead of the official campaign period.
Flávio Bolsonaro and his stepmother, former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro, have resolved months of friction, recording a video together in Brasília for a 'greater cause for the nation'.
A new poll indicates that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva maintains a lead over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, though the right-wing challenger has reduced the gap against the incumbent leftist president.
Former Brazilian President Lula is in a tight race for the presidency, with recent polls showing him closely trailed by Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the current president.
Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin accused Argentine President Javier Milei of 'gross' election interference, stating Milei was doing a 'disservice to his own nation' after insulting President Lula da Silva and campaigning for Flávio Bolsonaro.
Lawyers for Senator Flávio Bolsonaro submitted a written statement to the Federal Police, arguing that his phrase "Lula will be denounced" was a prediction, not an attribution of false facts.
Flavio Bolsonaro, son of the former Brazilian president, has been officially nominated by the right-wing party to run for the presidency, setting up a contest against Lula. This marks the return of the Bolsonaro name to the presidential race in Brazil.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has widened his lead over right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro ahead of the October presidential elections, according to a Quaest poll. The survey indicates a shift in voter sentiment.
Brazil's Supreme Court has suspended Flávio Bolsonaro's visits to Jair Bolsonaro, citing a violation of Jair Bolsonaro's house arrest conditions, which include a ban on social media use.
Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, a leading right-wing presidential hopeful, has asked the Trump administration to postpone a proposed 25% tariff on Brazilian goods until after Brazil's October elections.
During a press conference in Lisbon for his new play, actor Wagner Moura stated that a victory for Flávio Bolsonaro in the Brazilian elections would be a 'tragedy'.
The Brazilian Federal Police have concluded that Flávio Bolsonaro slandered Lula, according to the final report of an investigation requested by Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Brazilian far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro has unveiled a program that includes five Bukele-style prisons, lowering the age of criminal responsibility, and chemical castration, amidst his rival President Lula's growing lead in polls.
Flávio Bolsonaro, seen as a moderate version of his father, aims to defeat Lula and secure his father's release from prison, with polls showing him nearly even with the unpopular Lula.
Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, successfully ousted incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary runoff. This victory marks another win for Trump-backed candidates in the midterm elections.
An opinion column by António Rodrigues reflects on the world as told through words, specifically touching upon themes of mediocrity, idiocy, and stupidity, and mentioning Flávio Bolsonaro.
New allegations surrounding Banco Master have implicated conservative frontrunner Flávio Bolsonaro, potentially disrupting the upcoming Brazilian presidential election.
Brazilian right-wing politicians, including presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and Ciro Nogueira, are implicated in a major banking scandal involving Banco Master. Audio recordings allegedly show Bolsonaro soliciting funds from Daniel Vorcaro of Banco Master, who is also accused of making monthly payments to Nogueira.
Brazil's Federal Police have 60 days to open an inquiry into Senator Flávio Bolsonaro for alleged slander against President Lula. Bolsonaro's office rejects the decision, stating the publication only reported crimes for which Maduro was arrested.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva accused Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Bolsonaro, of attempting to sell strategic Brazilian assets to the Trump administration, calling it a "stray dog complex."
Brazilian President Lula confirmed Alckmin and released 18 ministers in a cabinet meeting, solidifying the Workers' Party's electoral strategy to broaden a 'broad front' against opponents like Flávio Bolsonaro, Caiado, and Zema.
King Felipe VI met with both socialist Gabriel Boric and far-right José Antonio Kast in Chile, ahead of Boric's presidential inauguration, with Chile showing strong interest in Spain as an investment destination.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially launched his campaign for a fourth term, while Flávio Bolsonaro also commenced his election campaign.
Flávio Bolsonaro, a presidential candidate, invoked his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, in his first campaign speech, attacking Lula and assuring that only he can negotiate with the US.
Brazil's Liberal Party was unable to file Senator Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy with the Superior Electoral Court due to an electoral system error recording him as a member of a different party, just two days before the deadline.
Brazil's former first lady, Michelle Bolsonaro, and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro made their first public appearance together since a falling-out between them in late June.
Flávio Bolsonaro is challenging Brazilian President Lula in the October election, but despite a right-wing wave in Latin America, his chances of victory are reportedly declining.
A new poll indicates that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's advantage over right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro has narrowed ahead of Brazil's October election.
Scandals are threatening the political candidacy of Flávio Bolsonaro, son of Brazil's ultraconservative former president, as details emerge about the 'Dark Horse' film project involving the Bolsonaro brothers.
Brazil's Workers' Party has called for an investigation into Javier Milei's trip to Brazil to support Flávio Bolsonaro, suspecting undue foreign interference and questioning who covered the expenses.
Argentine President Javier Milei visited Flávio Bolsonaro and is scheduled to meet São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas and participate in a Liberal Party convention ahead of Brazil's election.
Visitas do pré-candidato presidencial ao ex-Presidente em prisão domiciliária foram proibidas pela justiça por violação dos termos da detenção.
A Brazilian biopic about Jair Bolsonaro has jeopardized his son Flávio Bolsonaro’s presidential aspirations. Leaks revealed that Flávio negotiated funding for the film with a disgraced banker, causing a political scandal.
An open family dispute within the Bolsonaro family, highlighted by Michelle Bolsonaro's criticism of Flávio Bolsonaro, is discussed as a potential factor in deciding Brazilian elections.
Argentine President Javier Milei has endorsed Flávio Bolsonaro for the Brazilian presidential elections, following a meeting at an Israel Allies Foundation event.
Tensions within the Bolsonaro family have reportedly increased following criticism from Michelle Bolsonaro directed at Flávio Bolsonaro.
Lula has reportedly widened his lead over Flávio Bolsonaro in recent polls, as the upcoming election draws closer.
The United States launched strikes against Iranian military targets on Goruk and Qeshm Island, citing self-defense after a drone was shot down. In retaliation, Iran reportedly hit an air base and Kuwait was struck by missiles and drones.
The candidacy of right-wing politician Flávio Bolsonaro is facing a crisis due to his alleged ties to the mastermind behind a significant corruption scandal, causing him to slip in the polls.
Flávio Bolsonaro's political candidacy is facing scrutiny due to his connections with Banco Master. A recent poll indicates a decline in support following revelations of his contacts with Daniel Vorcaro.
Flávio Bolsonaro, son of Brazil's former president, was reportedly caught on tape asking a banker accused of corruption for $26.8 million to fund a film about his father.
Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy is reportedly jeopardized by a financial scandal involving the funding of a film about his father, Jair Bolsonaro, with calls for his preventive arrest.
Brazil's political landscape remains polarized between Lula and Bolsonaro, with Flávio Bolsonaro emerging as a strong contender and heir to Bolsonarism, challenging the current president for the upcoming October elections.
Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, has emerged as a strong political candidate. His rising prominence signals a potential return of the Bolsonaro family to significant political influence.
Ronaldo Caiado, the governor of Goiás, has announced his pre-candidacy for the Brazilian presidency, chosen to represent the 'centrão' bloc, though he is expected to face a tough challenge against frontrunners Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro.
A DataFolha poll indicates that Flávio Bolsonaro is narrowing the gap against Lula, suggesting a tightening race in Brazilian politics.
Brazil's leading presidential candidates, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, officially launched their campaigns for the October 4 elections with rallies in their respective political birthplaces.
Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva maintains a lead over incumbent Jair Bolsonaro in the upcoming election, with voters concerned about crime and corruption. The race is seen as a broader international contest.
A new CNT/MDA poll indicates that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's lead over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro has narrowed to 8.9 points in a potential runoff election.
Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has named Congressman Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate for the upcoming election. This announcement sets the stage for their joint campaign.
A new poll indicates that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's lead over Flávio Bolsonaro has narrowed as Brazil's October election campaign officially begins.
An influential Brazilian political party has blocked one of its key members from becoming Flávio Bolsonaro’s running mate in the upcoming presidential election, impacting his campaign.
Flávio Bolsonaro, despite being put forward by his father Jair Bolsonaro for the presidency, is described as lacking his father's political talent. He is losing support among parties, entrepreneurs, evangelicals, and even within his own family.
Argentina's President Javier Milei has caused a significant diplomatic incident by insulting Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at a right-wing party congress in Brazil, calling him a 'thief' and a 'convict'. This follows Brazil's recall of its ambassador to Argentina in response to Milei's earlier remarks, marking the most severe diplomatic spat between the two nations in decades.
Argentine President Javier Milei flew to Brazil to support Senator Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy at a party congress, hoping to extend the regional wave of right-wing electoral victories.
Flávio Bolsonaro has been prohibited from visiting his father, the former president, for 90 days. The ban comes after he read a letter from his father, who is currently under house arrest.
A senior Brazilian government official called Argentine President Javier Milei an 'imbecile' after Milei announced plans to campaign for Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the former president, in Brazil.
Brazilian President Lula has publicly called Flávio Bolsonaro a 'traitor of the homeland,' citing the Bolsonaro family's defense of increased tariffs on Brazilian products and accusing them of delaying debate.
Argentine President Javier Milei canceled his trip to Paraguay for the Mercosur leaders' summit, opting to stay in Argentina for Santilli's appointment and meeting with Flávio Bolsonaro.
Publications suggesting that former US President Trump denied a meeting with Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro are incorrect; Trump and Flávio Bolsonaro did meet on May 27.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has labeled Senator Marco Rubio an "enemy of Latin America" in response to threats of new US tariffs. Meanwhile, Rubio has been vocal about Iran's nuclear program, potential sanctions on Russian oil, and alleged mining of the Strait of Hormuz, while Israel-Lebanon talks continue amidst ongoing hostilities.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sent an urgent letter to Donald Trump and US Congress members, requesting Patriot PAC-3 missiles and highlighting a critical shortage of air defense equipment. Zelensky emphasized the severe risk to Ukraine's skies without US assistance, mentioning a recent Russian attack with Oreshnik missiles.
A Financial Times article reveals that a biopic about Jair Bolsonaro is jeopardizing his son Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential campaign due to revelations that he secured film funding from a suspected fraudster.
Flávio Bolsonaro, son of Brazil's former president, is facing challenges to his presidential candidacy after allegedly receiving millions from a fraudulent banker.
A corruption scandal has emerged, implicating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the former Brazilian president, and potentially impacting his presidential campaign.
Flávio Bolsonaro, 44, is running for president with the explicit mission of securing his father's release from prison, presenting himself as a more measured version of the former president.
Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, is reportedly emerging as a significant political challenger to current Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Many Brazilians believe there is a ploy to free Senator Flávio Bolsonaro from the baggage of his father's name, Jair Bolsonaro, in an effort to return the family to power.
A financial scandal in Brazil is reportedly shaking the establishment in Brasilia, reaching the highest levels of politics and justice, which benefits Flávio Bolsonaro and creates problems for President Lula.
A new AtlasIntel survey for Bloomberg News indicates that Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro are virtually tied in a simulated second-round vote for the upcoming October election.