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Bolsonaro sentenced as Latin America reacts

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro receives sentence while Maduro rallies in Caracas. Explore the week's defining moments across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Brazil's Bolsonaro arrested before prison sentence

Brazil's federal police have arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro preemptively, days before his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt was due to begin. Discover the full story.

Starmer's secret Amazon trip revealed

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer under fire for undisclosed journey to Brazil's Amazon rainforest while serving as Director of Public Prosecutions, raising questions about transparency and environmental commitments.

Prince William and Starmer's awkward handshake moment

An unexpected moment of protocol confusion unfolded at the environmental summit as Prince William and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appeared to fumble a handshake with President Lula da Silva, creating a viral diplomatic incident.

Starmer challenges Prince Charles over Amazon comments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenges Prince of Wales on Brazilian deforestation remarks during private meeting, raising questions about royal political neutrality ahead of potential government role.

Brazil President Lula hospitalised with pneumonia

Brazil's leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been admitted to hospital with bacterial pneumonia, forcing cancellation of his official state visit to Colombia amid health concerns.

EU chief cancels Brazil trip over Amazon remarks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen abruptly cancels high-profile Brazil visit following controversial remarks about the Amazon rainforest, sparking diplomatic tensions.

Prince William's Earthshot mission to Brazil begins

The Prince of Wales embarks on a significant four-day visit to Brazil, championing the Earthshot Prize and strengthening UK-Brazil relations through environmental diplomacy and community engagement.

Starmer meets Brazilian President Lula in London talks

Labour leader Keir Starmer held significant talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during his UK visit for the Earthshot Prize ceremony, signalling Labour's growing international engagement.

Deadly Rio police raid in favela sparks outrage

A violent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela has left multiple residents dead, raising serious human rights concerns and drawing condemnation from officials.

Senators Defy Trump in Brazil Tariff Rebellion

In an extraordinary political confrontation, US senators have passed legislation to scrap President Trump's controversial tariffs on Brazilian goods, marking a significant bipartisan challenge to his escalating trade policies.

Bolsonaro's Passport Seized in Brazil Coup Probe

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro confronts escalating legal jeopardy after Supreme Court mandates passport surrender amid deepening corruption investigation into alleged coup plot.

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