Brazil

Former Mossad agent assisted Flavio Bolsonaro's escape from Brazil via Argentina - report

The escape followed Bolsonaro's defeat to incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the second round of elections on October 25.

 Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro disembarks from a plane after arriving at Opa-locka Executive Airport near Miami, Florida, US, October 28, 2026.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting Welcome Reception at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia, US, October 30, 2026.

Marco Rubio, Brazil's foreign minister agree to meet after high election tensions - report

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva gestures as he addresses supporters after his victory in the presidential runoff election, at Paulista Avenue, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, October 26.

Brazil's President Lula won, but its people elected ‘a divided government’ - analysis

Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro of the Liberal Party (PL) speaks after losing the presidential runoff election, in Brasilia, Brazil October 25, 2026.

Brazil's Bolsonaro deletes letter calling himself 'president-elect,' changes wording to 'leader'


Brazil withdraws from IHRA shortly after country joins South Africa's genocide case against Israel

While the Brazilian government has not officially confirmed the withdrawal from IHRA, the move has been confirmed by various anti-Israeli Brazilian groups.

 People hold signs during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil November 18, 2024.

IDF reservist recounts needing to flee Brazil during 'post-war trip' after 'war crime' allegations

Yuval Vagdani recounted to N12 the moment when he had to flee Brazil after the Hind Rajab Foundation filed a complaint against him alleging "war crimes" committed in Gaza.

 People hold signs during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil November 18, 2024.

Why does the BRICS meeting matter for the Middle East? - analysis

The group of countries is concerned about escalation in the Middle East, saying they "condemn the military strikes againstIran ... which constitutse a violation of international law."

 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov attends the BRICS Summit, at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil July 6, 2025.

National Museum of Brazil reopens after 2018 fire

Visitors will be welcomed by the Bendegó meteorite, which survived the fire and symbolizes the institution's resilience.

 The Bendegó meteorite.

From 99.7% to 56.7%: The dramatic decline of catholicism in Brazil

Despite the slowdown, Catholics continue to lose followers, with Catholicism falling to 56.7% of the population.

 vangelical event March for Jesus, gather thousands of faithful in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro.

Footvolley league returns with top talent and vibrant beach scene

Footvolley – a mix of beach volleyball and soccer – was born on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro in the 1960s as a way around laws banning soccer on the sand.

 HIGH-FLYING action on the sand: Footvolley players battle it out at Frishman Beach in Tel Aviv during the Yaaz Footvolley League, where skill, speed, and summer vibes collide.

5 Tourist Experiences in Brazil That Are Surprisingly Soulful


Over 100,000 bodies: Largest slave burial site in Latin America found in Brazil

The site may be the largest cemetery of enslaved people in Latin America and could be recognized as the 'Archaeological Site Cemetery of the Africans'.

 Over 100,000 bodies: Largest slave burial site in Latin America found in Brazil.

Summer 2025’s secret map – are travelers skipping the big cities?

A new study shows: Rotterdam over Amsterdam, Alassio over Positano. “Star chasers” reshape tourism trends, while more travelers opt for authentic, local, and spontaneous vacations near home.

 Alassio on the Italian Riviera

When Pterosaurs ruled Brazil's sky

In 'Pterosaurs of Brazil', paleontologist Luiz Eduardo Anelli highlights four species with unique characteristics, such as enormous crests and colossal heads.

 When Pterosaurs ruled Brazil's sky.