The country’s northern region is currently suffering from the most severe floods that have ever taken place - approximately 15.119 people have been displaced and 6.371 have been left homeless

Oil exploration near the Amazon has received support by President Lula, who argued it can fund green energy projects; widespread environmental concerns and criticism fears it could undermines Brazil’s role as a climate leader ahead of hosting COP30

Brazilian President Lula da Silva warned that any US tariffs on Brazilian products would be met with reciprocal measures, emphasizing a relationship based on mutual respect; US President Donald Trump had previously threatened new trade restrictions

Brazil's government condemned the US for deporting 88 Brazilians in handcuffs on a flight lacking water and AC, calling it a "flagrant disregard" for human rights, and demanded an explanation from the Trump administration

Brazil’s Supreme Court has denied former president Jair Bolsonaro’s request to travel to Donald Trump’s inauguration, ruling that he remains a flight risk due to ongoing investigations into his alleged coup and other charges