Brazil
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Threatens to Arrest Bolsonaro
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice, Alexandre de Moraes, has threatened to detain former President Jair Bolsonaro for breaching a ban on appearing in audios, videos, and interviews shared on social media. According to Justice Moraes, Bolsonaro could face “immediate imprisonment” unless his lawyers provide a satisfactory explanation within 24 hours for his appearance in a […]
Brazilian Supreme Court Freezes Assets of Bolsonaro’s Son
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has ordered the freezing of the accounts and assets of Eduardo Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, amid an ongoing investigation into his conduct in the United States. Eduardo Bolsonaro, a Brazilian congressman, has been active in Washington, DC, drumming up support for his father’s court battle. He […]
US Restricts Visas for Brazilian Officials Over Bolsonaro ‘Witch-Hunt’
The United States has announced visa restrictions for Brazilian judicial officials and their immediate family members, citing a “political witch-hunt” against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the announcement, accusing Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes of creating a sweeping “persecution and censorship complex” that violates basic […]
Brazil’s Former President Jair Bolsonaro Faces Coup Plot Charges
Brazil’s chief prosecutor, Paulo Gonet, has called for a guilty verdict against former President Jair Bolsonaro, accusing him of leading an alleged coup plot to overturn the 2022 election. Gonet stated that “the evidence is clear: the defendant acted systematically, throughout his mandate and after his defeat at the polls, to incite insurrection and the […]
BRICS Summit Opens in Rio-China,Russia Skip Trip
The 17th BRICS Summit has commenced in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with leaders from the bloc’s member countries gathering to discuss pressing global issues. Notably, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are absent from the summit. Xi Jinping has sent Premier Li Qiang to represent China, while Putin will participate via video […]
Tragedy, Hot Air Balloon Accident Claims Lives
A devastating hot air balloon accident occurred in Praia Grande, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of at least eight people. The incident happened on Saturday morning, with 21 people on board the balloon, including the pilot. Thirteen people survived the crash, which occurred near a health center. According to Officer Tiago Luiz Lemos from the […]
Rio Court Ousts Brazil FA President Ednaldo Rodrigues
In a dramatic turn of events, a Rio de Janeiro court has removed Ednaldo Rodrigues from his position as president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), declaring one of the key documents supporting his presidency null and void. The ruling follows a significant loss of support, with 19 of the 27 regional presidents withdrawing their […]
Ancelotti Named Brazil Coach, Set to Leave Real Madrid
Carlo Ancelotti, one of football’s most decorated managers, has been appointed head coach of the Brazil national team, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced today. The 65-year-old Italian will assume his role on May 26, following his departure from Real Madrid after their final La Liga match against Real Sociedad. Ancelotti, who becomes Brazil’s first […]
Nigeria and Brazil Renew Bilateral Agreement to Strengthen Ties
In a landmark development aimed at strengthening the relationship between Nigeria and Brazil, both countries have revived their long-stalled Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA). This renewed partnership is expected to foster greater connectivity between Africa and South America, opening the door for direct flight services, and promoting trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between the two […]
Dani Alves Wins Appeal as Court Overturns Rape Conviction
Former Barcelona and Brazil defender Dani Alves has won his appeal against a rape conviction as a Spanish court overturned the ruling on Friday. The 40-year-old former right-back was found guilty in February 2024 of assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub on New Year’s Eve in 2022 and was sentenced to four years, six […]