President of the Federative Republic of Brazil from 2003 to 2010 and since 2023
Trump shared on Truth Social that the meeting went "very well," and they discussed trade and tariffs.
“Just concluded my meeting with Luiz Inácio ... Show more
BBC May 09
Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Russia's Victory Day parade: The Russian leader used his annual speech to justify his so-called special military operation in ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c626xjq0q0vo
Key FactsPutin Signals Possible End to Ukraine Conflict
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
- Putin indicated the Ukraine war may soon conclude but blamed Western military aid for prolonging hostilities.
- He offered to meet Zelenskyy only after peace terms have been agreed upon.
- Fighting persisted with casualties during a US-supported three-day ceasefire, reflecting ongoing tensions.
- The conflict has severely strained Russia’s economy and stalled broader negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv.
This should be the final point, not the negotiations themselves.— Vladimir Putin, after Victory Day celebrations in Moscow
Brazil’s Lula launches anti-organised crime plan amid rising security pressure before elections
france24.com/en/americas/20260513-brazil-lula-anti-organised-crime-plan-security-pressure-elections
'Tragedy for Thiago': Mother of Gaza Flotilla Activist Dies as Son Suffers Torture in Israel
commondreams.org/news/mother-of-flotilla-activist-dies
Lula Recovers in 1st Round, But the BTG Nexus April Poll Shows the Right Has Found Three Plausible Runoff Cand
riotimesonline.com/btg-nexus-poll-lula-flavio-caiado-zema-april-2026/
Pedro Sánchez called – and social democrats from around the world came to Barcelona
freitag.de/autoren/maren-haeussermann/pedro-sanchez-rief-und-sozialdemokraten-aus-aller-welt-kamen-nach-barcelona
Following the Hannover Messe, Brazilian President Lula is visiting the VW plant in Wolfsburg. The former metalworker is meeting with union representatives and ... Show more
Brasiliens Präsident Lula da Silva besucht VW-Werk Wolfsburg
Brasiliens Präsident Lula da Silva besucht VW-Werk Wolfsburg
EWN Apr 24
Concern stirs Lula camp as election bid loses momentum : The 80-year-old was riding high in polls after staring down US President Donald Trump in a spat over the ...
ewn.co.za/2026/04/24/concern-stirs-lula-camp-as-election-bid-loses-momentum
Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has described the five permanent members of the UN Security Council as “Lords of War ... Show more
Spain's Sanchez, Brazil's Lula lead global gathering of left-wing leaders against far-right rise
france24.com/en/europe/20260418-sanchez-lula-rally-left-wing-leaders-in-spain-amid-far-right-surge
Disappointed bratwurst fan: Lula gets palace cuisine but actually wanted fast food
n-tv.de/panorama/Lula-bekommt-Schlosskueche-und-wollte-eigentlich-Imbiss-id30735186.html
Sánchez builds anti-Trump coalition looking for political lifeline: Spanish PM led progressive conference in Barcelona bringing together world leaders opposing ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/18/spains-sanchez-builds-anti-trump-coalition-looking-for-political-lifeline-at-home
Lula: ‘Trump has no right to wake up in the morning and threaten a country’: In an exclusive interview with EL PAÍS in Brasília, the Brazilian president ...
english.elpais.com/international/2026-04-16/lula-trump-has-no-right-to-wake-up-in-the-morning-and-threaten-a-country.html
Iran war: Brazilian President Lula criticizes Trump and the UN Security Council: Brazilian President Lula da Silva described the Iran war as "madness" during his ...
zeit.de/politik/ausland/2026-04/brasilien-deutschland-lula-irankrieg-wahnsinn
Interview with President Lula: | "Brazil is the right location": Brasiliens Präsident Lula wirbt für deutsche Investitionen in seinem Land ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/interview-tagesthemen-lula-100.html
Brazil’s Lula and Spain’s Sánchez Lead Progressive Push to Counter Rise of Far-Right Parties
democracynow.org/2026/4/20/headlines/brazils_lula_and_spains_sanchez_lead_progressive_push_to_counter_rise_of_far_right_parties
dpaq.de Apr 20
Brazil's Lula lashes out at US, describes Iran war as 'madness' ｜ DPA
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Sánchez, Lula Lead 'Work for Peace' and Equality at Gathering of Global Progressive Leaders in Spain
commondreams.org/news/summit-spain
Mexico, Spain and Brazil call for Cuba’s sovereignty to be protected: The three countries pledge more aid to Cuba and say Cubans must decide their own future ...
aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/18/mexico-spain-and-brazil-call-for-cubas-sovereignty-to-be-protected
Spain signs deals with Brazil as Sanchez builds anti-Trump bloc: The Spanish leader is hosting heads of state and government in a bid to counter the US president ...
scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3350545/spain-signs-deals-brazil-sanchez-builds-anti-trump-bloc
Paid articlePaywallLula, Flavio Bolsonaro tied in potential election runoff, poll shows: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are ...
reuters.com/world/americas/embargo-lula-flavio-bolsonaro-tied-potential-election-runoff-poll-shows-2026-04-15/
Brazil's president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 80, livestreamed his fitness routine in the run up to October elections.
Brazil puts China’s BYD on list of shame for workers’ past slavery-like conditions
bnnbloomberg.ca/business/international/2026/04/08/brazil-puts-chinas-byd-on-list-of-shame-for-workers-past-slavery-like-conditions/
Sheinbaum, Lula, Petro Head to Barcelona for GPM Summit: Mexico's Sheinbaum joins Lula, Petro, Orsi, Sánchez, and EU's Costa at the Global Progressive ...
riotimesonline.com/sheinbaum-lula-petro-barcelona-summit-april-2026/
South Africa’s Ramaphosa to tap Roelf Meyer as next US envoy, Bloomberg News reports
reuters.com/world/south-africas-ramaphosa-tap-roelf-meyer-next-us-envoy-bloomberg-news-reports-2026-04-14/
Key FactsRamaphosa’s Appointment Reveals Political Surrender
Apr 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- The selection of Roelf Meyer, a former apartheid defense minister, as South Africa’s ambassador to the US is seen as a humiliating betrayal of black liberation goals.
- Meyer’s close ties with Ramaphosa during CODESA talks led to the dilution of key demands such as land restitution and economic redistribution.
- Their collaboration influenced the 1996 constitution, entrenching white property rights and blocking meaningful social justice reforms.
- This appointment signals the continuation of a system prioritizing white privilege and Western capital over the rights of the black majority.
The time has come for South Africans committed to genuine freedom to reject this sell-out politics.— Carl Niehaus, EFF MP, in his opinion piece criticizing Ramaphosa's appointment of Roelf Meyer as ambassador to the United States.
Families demand 3 changes to prevent another Southport attack and slam killer's parents
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/southport-attack-parents-vow-change-37007384
Deadly attack on girls’ dance class could’ve been prevented: UK judge: Police, social workers and educators were aware of problems with the attacker for years ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2026/04/deadly-attack-on-girls-dance-class-couldve-been-prevented-uk-judge.html
Foreseeable and avoidable. The stark conclusion of a landmark inquiry into the Southport knife attack in July 2024, when three young girls - Alice da Silva ... Show more
Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro even in Brazil election second-round, Datafolha poll shows
thestar.com.my/news/world/2026/04/12/lula-and-flavio-bolsonaro-even-in-brazil-election-second-round-datafolha-poll-shows
Brazil government to propose bill cutting working hours this week, says Lula: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday that the ...
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Teen girl dies after Easter fishing trip goes horribly wrong as tributes pour in: Thaynara Lima da Silva had been out on Lake Serra da Mesa in Niquelandia ...
mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/teen-girl-dies-after-easter-36987253
Former Brazilian president Bolsonaro to serve 27-year sentence at home due to poor health
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-brazil-bolsonaro-prison-house-health/
Flavio Bolsonaro inches ahead of President Lula in Brazil election poll: Son of of imprisoned former president Jair Bolsonaro, would take 47 ...
batimes.com.ar/news/latin-america/flavio-bolsonaro-inches-ahead-of-president-lula-in-brazil-election-poll.phtml
eNCA Mar 10
Brazil's Lula warns Ramaphosa of invasion risk if defenses lag: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to boost ...
enca.com/news-top-stories/brazils-lula-warns-ramaphosa-invasion-risk-if-defenses-lag
Key FactsLula Urges South Africa to Strengthen Joint Defense
Mar 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: enca.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: enca.com
- Lula called on Ramaphosa to enhance defense collaboration to protect both nations from potential foreign invasions.
- Both leaders condemned the US and Israeli war on Iran and stressed the importance of independent defense capabilities without relying on foreign arms suppliers.
- Ramaphosa noted Brazil's advanced defense and aviation sectors and emphasized mutual learning opportunities between the two countries.
- Defense ministers from Brazil and South Africa are scheduled to meet Monday to negotiate a cooperation agreement to deepen ties.
I don't know if comrade Ramaphosa realises that if we don't prepare ourselves in terms of defense, one day someone will invade us.— Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, during remarks urging Ramaphosa to boost defense cooperation and warning of invasion risk.
Lula Critical Minerals Speech Deepens Rift With U.S.: Lula critical minerals speech at CELAC-Africa summit calls resource race "new colonialism ...
riotimesonline.com/lula-critical-minerals-celac-africa-sovereignty/
Daily Sabah Mar 25
Brazil unveils first locally built supersonic fighter jet: Brazil on Wednesday presented its first domestically produced supersonic fighter jet ...
dailysabah.com/business/defense/brazil-unveils-first-locally-built-supersonic-fighter-jet
Trump adviser banned by Lula from visiting Brazil - UPI.com: A State Department official was barred from going to Brazil because of a proposed visit to jailed ...
upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/03/13/brazil-trump-advisor-blocked-from-entering-brazil/6981773449127/
Brazil’s Left After Lula: As Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva seeks his final term as Brazil’s president, the Left’s electoral strategy — who runs, which factions align ...
jacobin.com/2026/03/brazil-lula-haddad-elections-left
Lula Approval Falls to Lowest Since July as Brazil Polls Tighten: Lula approval fell to 44% as disapproval hit 51% in multiple polls. Flávio Bolsonaro ties him ...
riotimesonline.com/lula-approval-falls-brazil-polls-2026-election/
sabcnews.com Mar 08
Ramaphosa to undertake state visit to Brazil - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events ...
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MIRA to honor Moulton’s SOTU guest named in police reports involving ‘sexual assault and juveniles’ as ‘Community Champion’
bostonherald.com/2026/03/10/mira-to-honor-moultons-sotu-guest-named-in-police-reports-involving-sexual-assault-and-juveniles-as-community-champion/
Visa dispute with Washington: Lula denies entry to Trump adviser Beattie: Brazil revokes Darren Beattie’s entry visa. President Lula first demands the release of ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/visa-streit-mit-washington-lula-verweigert-trump-berater-beattie-die-einreise-li.10024492
A New Trump Envoy Stirs Fears of U.S. Meddling In Brazil’s Elections: Darren Beattie, the U.S. policy adviser on Brazil, planned to visit former President Jair ...
nytimes.com/2026/03/13/world/middleeast/brazil-election-darren-beattie-trump.html
Opinion“Come to Brazil?” The Oscars Just Might: Michael Schulman writes on Brazil’s response to its recent success at the Academy Awards, including Oscar nominations ...
newyorker.com/culture/notes-on-hollywood/come-to-brazil-the-oscars-just-might
Lula’s Son Becomes His Biggest Campaign Liability: Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, is under investigation by a congressional committee and federal ...
riotimesonline.com/lulas-son-becomes-his-biggest-campaign-liability/
Brazil President Lula's annual medical checkup test results are normal: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, known as Lula, underwent his annual ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazil-president-lulas-annual-medical-checkup-test-results-are-normal-2026-03-08/
sabcnews.com Mar 09
WATCH | Brazil's President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, says he believes South Africa and Brasília can learn from each other in areas like agriculture.
Teen detained by ICE last year leaves State of the Union after being targeted in DHS tweet: "Everyone said it was ok."
cbsnews.com/boston/news/marcelo-gomes-da-silva-state-of-the-union-ice-dhs/
Flavio Bolsonaro draws even with Lula in Brazil election matchup, Datafolha shows
thestar.com.my/news/world/2026/03/08/flavio-bolsonaro-draws-even-with-lula-in-brazil-election-matchup-datafolha-shows
Rio Carnival: Colour, clowns and controversy: See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3ewvz0j87zo
Moulton’s State of the Union guest referenced in police reports involving ‘sexual assault and juveniles,’ according to police
bostonherald.com/2026/03/05/moultons-state-of-the-union-guest-referenced-in-police-reports-involving-sexual-assault-and-juveniles-according-to-police/
UAE and Brazil Leaders Seek to Deepen Strategic Alliance: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with His Excellency Luiz ...
emirates247.com/uae/uae-and-brazil-leaders-seek-to-deepen-strategic-alliance-2026-02-25-1.744279
Pa. man arrested by ICE as his 6-year-old daughter battles cancer: The Sewickley man was taken into custody while on his way to work Sunday ...
pennlive.com/news/2026/02/pa-man-arrested-by-ice-as-his-6-year-old-daughter-battles-cancer.html
Opinion“Come to Brazil?” The Oscars Just Might: Michael Schulman writes on Brazil’s response to its recent success at the Academy Awards, including Oscar nominations ...
newyorker.com/culture/notes-on-hollywood/come-to-brazil-the-oscars-just-might
Carnival in Rio de Janeiro: Lula Samba Divides Brazil: Carnival and politics are inextricably linked in Brazil. In this election year, a samba school pays homage ...
zdfheute.de/politik/ausland/rio-karneval-brasilien-lula-samba-100.html
Saudi Gazette Feb 22
Brazil’s Lula says Maduro should face trial in Venezuela, not abroad: Brazilian President Lula urges that detained Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro be tried in ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/659093/world/brazils-lula-says-maduro-should-face-trial-in-venezuela-not-abroad
Brazilian President Lula da Silva का Rashtrapati Bhawan में जोरदार स्वागत| President Murmu | PM Modi#LuladaSilva #PMModiBrazilPresident #indiabrazil
India, Brazil sign mining pact as Modi targets $20bn trade in five years: Bilateral trade between India and Brazil currently stands at about $15bn.
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2026-02-21-india-brazil-sign-mining-pact-as-modi-targets-20bn-trade-in-five-years/
The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro has sparked a political controversy: One samba school's tribute to Brazilian President Lula da Silva angered the opposition ... Show more
Battenfeld: Seth Moulton scores major migrant PR coup in Senate campaign: In the latest installment of Democrats using immigrants as props, U.S. Rep ...
bostonherald.com/2026/02/14/battenfeld-seth-moulton-scores-major-migrant-pr-coup-in-senate-campaign/
Labour urged to expel Mandelson from party after fresh Epstein links : The Labour Party has not yet said whether the whip would be restored to Peter Mandelson if ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/epstein-peter-mandelson-labour-b2911492.html
Key FactsStarmer’s Chief Resigns Amid Epstein-Linked Scandal
Feb 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za
- Morgan McSweeney resigned as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff after recommending Peter Mandelson for US ambassador.
- Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein resulted in a police investigation and harmed public trust in the Labour Party.
- McSweeney’s departure is a significant setback for the government less than two years after a major electoral win.
- Party members are increasingly critical of Starmer’s leadership, and McSweeney’s replacement remains uncertain.
The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party, our country and trust in politics itself.— Morgan McSweeney, UK PM Keir Starmer's chief of staff, stated this in his resignation regarding the appointment of Peter Mandelson.
India has launched the India–AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi – a landmark global AI event bringing together world leaders, policymakers, and innovators ... Show more
Moulton to bring immigrant detained by ICE for expired visa to State of the Union
bostonherald.com/2026/02/12/moulton-to-bring-immigrant-detained-by-ice-for-expired-visa-to-state-of-the-union/
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Delhi next week, will meet PM Modi
indianexpress.com/article/india/ai-impact-summit-brazilian-president-luiz-inacio-lula-da-silva-in-delhi-next-week-will-meet-pm-modi-10529417/
Lula-Modi phone call: Brazilian President confirms India visit dates; focus on trade and global south
financialexpress.com/india-news/lula-modi-phone-call-brazilian-president-confirms-india-visit-dates-focus-on-trade-and-global-south/4116513/
Key FactsBrazil's Lula Confirms February Visit to India
Jan 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- President Lula announced a state visit to India scheduled between February 19 and 21.
- The visit will feature the Brazil–India Business Forum and the inauguration of the Apex-Brasil office in New Delhi.
- Both nations aim to deepen their strategic partnership and enhance cooperation within the Global South.
- The collaboration seeks to build economic resilience amid global trade volatility and evolving tariff policies.
I spoke today by phone with the Prime Minister of India, @narendramodi. We discussed the State visit I will make to New Delhi between February 19 and 21, as well as the bilateral agenda.— Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva spoke about his upcoming state visit to India and the bilateral agenda in a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Epstein sent £10,000 to Mandelson’s husband after his release from prison, files reveal
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/epstein-files-mandelson-husband-money-prison-b2911219.html
Key FactsStarmer Faces Crisis Over Epstein-Linked Appointment
Feb 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Keir Starmer is under scrutiny for appointing Peter Mandelson ambassador despite his known connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
- The House of Commons unanimously approved releasing documents about the appointment, excluding sensitive national security details.
- Starmer expressed regret and accused Mandelson of repeatedly lying about his relationship with Epstein.
- Following revelations, Mandelson resigned from his ambassador role and left the Labour Party.
He has lied, lied and lied again.— Keir Starmer about Peter Mandelson during the weekly question time in the House of Commons.
Brazil's Kingmaker Party Resurrects 85-Year-Old Former President Temer as Escape Route from Political Chaos
riotimesonline.com/brazils-kingmaker-party-resurrects-85-year-old-former-president-temer-as-escape-route-from-political-chaos/
Xi assures Brazil's Lula of China's support in 'turbulent' times
asiaone.com/world/xi-assures-brazils-lula-chinas-support-turbulent-times
Brazil's Political Earthquake: The Left Loses Its Heartland: Key Points: Brazil's ruling Workers' Party faces potential collapse across its historic ...
riotimesonline.com/brazils-political-earthquake-the-left-loses-its-heartland/
