Brazil

Israel deports two activists after Gaza flotilla provocation

Israel deports Spanish citizen Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian national Thiago Avila, who were arrested aboard the Gaza flotilla in late April.

Brazil’s Lula condemns Israel for detention of flotilla member

President Lula da Silva demands the release of Brazilian Thiago Avila, who was arrested aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, citing violations of international law.

If elected

Flávio Bolsonaro vows to move Brazil’s embassy to Jerusalem

Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the former Brazilian President, vows to move Brazil’s embassy to Jerusalem if elected, reaffirms strong support for Israel.

While recovering from surgery

Jair Bolsonaro endorses son’s presidential bid

From a hospital bed, Jair Bolsonaro endorses his son Flavio’s 2026 presidential run as he recovers from surgery.

Amid presidential campaign

Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro plans Israel visit

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, plans to visit Israel next month as part of a global tour while preparing a “more centered" presidential campaign.

Tragedy in Brazil

Man mauled to death after falling into lion enclosure

A 19-year-old man was killed after falling into a lion's cage at a zoo in João Pessoa, Brazil.

Tragedy in Brazil:

Biker stuntman killed during performance

36-year-old biker stuntman Lurrique Ferrari was critically injured after missing the landing ramp and doctors were unable to save his life.

Brazil arrests former President Bolsonaro over escape plot

Brazil’s federal police arrest former President Jair Bolsonaro after he tried to break his ankle monitor. Justice de Moraes orders the move to prevent escape.

Latin American leaders unite in Rio to combat rising antisemitism

Latin American leaders unite in solidarity with Israel and launch joint action against antisemitism at Rio de Janeiro Forum.

27 years in prison

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro convicted in coup plot

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup after his 2022 election loss.

Defense Minister:

Brazil's president has revealed his true face as an antisemite

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to declaration of Brazil's President Lula as persona non-grata, condemns withdrawal of Brazil from IHRA.

Brazil rejects ambassador

Israel declares Lula persona non grata

Brazil rejects Israel’s new ambassador, Israel responds by withdrawing the nomination and reaffirming President Lula's persona non grata status amid worsening ties.

Brazil snubs Israel’s outreach for closer diplomatic relations

Report: Despite Israel’s attempt to ease tensions, Brazil has not responded to Israel's diplomatic outreach, signaling a continued strain in relations.

Brazil:

Supreme Court orders house arrest for Bolsonaro

Brazilian Supreme Court orders former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve house arrest, citing his failure to comply with court-imposed restrictions.

Trump threatens 50% tariff on Brazil over Bolsonaro trial

President Trump announces a "crippling" 50% tariff on Brazilian goods, effective August 1, explicitly linking the measure to Brazil's trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro.

Brazilian police foil terror attack at Lady Gaga concert

The concert had an audience of more than 2.1 million people. The terrorist planned to attack the venue with improvised explosives and firebombs.

Former Brazilian President to stand trial for alleged coup plot

Brazil's Supreme Court justices unanimously rule to put former President Jair Bolsonaro on trial over allegations of an attempted coup following his 2022 election defeat.

Former Brazilian President charged with coup attempt

Brazil’s Prosecutor-General charges former President Jair Bolsonaro with attempting coup to remain in power after his 2022 election defeat. 33 other people charged as well.

War in Gaza:

IDF soldier, wanted in Brazil for war crimes, returns to Israel

Yuval Vagdani, IDF soldier who was wanted in Brazil for committing war crimes in Gaza, lands in Israel: 'I won't go back there, I hope you all learn from my mistakes.'

Brazilian police:

Israeli soldier no longer wanted for questioning

Brazilian police announced today that the Israeli soldier accused by the pro-Palestinian organization Hind Rajab Foundation is not required for investigation.

Must IDF soldiers who served in the war fear traveling abroad?

Adv. Yuval Kaplinsky, former Director of the Department of International Affairs in Israel's State Attorney's Office, comments on the investigation against an IDF soldier visiting Brazil.

Report:

IDF soldier under investigation by Brazilian court

HRF organization asks court in Brazil to investigate IDF soldier who survived the Nova festival massacre before serving in Gaza.

Israel issues travel warnings for popular tourist destinations

National Security Council announces travel warnings for Armenia, Maldives, reduces warning level for most of Brazil.

Brazil:

Plane carrying 62 passengers crashes near Sao Paolo

Regional turboprop plane carrying 62 people crashes near Sao Paulo , killing all on board. Cause of crash not yet known.

'Cocaine sharks' found off coast of Brazil

13 sharks test positive for cocaine near Rio de Janeiro with levels 100 times greater than expected for marine animals.

Brazil adopts free trade agreement with the PA

Brazil ratifies agreement between the Mercosur trade bloc of South America and the PA that had been signed in 2011.

Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro accused of embezzlement

Brazilian federal police formally accuse former President Jair Bolsonaro of embezzlement for allegedly misappropriating jewelry he received while head of state.

Brazil:

Over one hundred Nazi symbols located

Sao Paulo police found over one hundred Nazi symbols in an apartment that was used as a center for online sales of Nazi paraphernalia.

At request of the US:

Brazil deports Hamas member to Qatar

Brazil deports Palestinian Arab man and his family after Brazilian federal police alerted by the United States that a "Hamas operative" was traveling to the country.

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Moment of silence held for IDF officer Arnon Zamora in Brazil

Pro-Israel event ends with moment of silence for commanding officer who gave his life to rescue 4 hostages in Gaza.

Brazil recalls Israel ambassador

Brazilian President Lula da Silva notified Ambassador Frederico Meyer that he would instead represent Brazil at the Disarmament Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.

Tragedy:

Alma Buhadana, 24, named as Israeli killed in Brazil

Buhadana was traveling in Brazil with a man she met there. Local media reported that he had already been questioned three times by the police and gave conflicting versions of the incident. An employee at a local hostel where she was staying said: "She was a loving person, just smiled, sang and talked a lot."

Tragedy in Brazil:

Israeli tourist falls and dies while fleeing suspected robber

An Israeli tourist who ran away from a suspected robber in Rio de Janeiro jumped from a high wall and fell to her death.

Man in Hamas shirt distributes leaflets in Brazilian parliament

The leaflets included incitements to violence against Jews and were even handed directly to members of parliament.

Brazil:

Court denies Bolsonaro's request for passport for Israel trip

Brazil’s Supreme Court denies request by former president Jair Bolsonaro’s lawyers that his passport be returned to him so that he can travel to Israel in May.

Bolsonaro to court:

'Allow me to travel to Israel'

Brazil’s former President asks federal authorities to return his passport and authorize travel to Israel so he can accept an event invitation from Prime Minister Netanyahu to visit in May.

Brazil:

President's approval tanks after attack on Israel

Following a tirade comparing Israel to the Nazis, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva faces his lowest approval ratings in almost a year.

After anti-Israel remarks:

Support for Brazilian President dips

New poll finds that approval of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's performance has slipped after he compared Israel's war in Gaza to Nazi genocide during World War II.

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Israeli flags fly at pro-Bolsonaro rally in Brazil

Israeli flags flown at rally in support of former Brazilian President, following outrageous anti-Israel comments by the current President.

Brazilian President:

'What the Israeli government is doing is genocide'

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva doubles down on his anti-Israel rhetoric.

Blinken to Brazilian Pres.:

'We do not agree with your comments on Gaza'

Secretary of State tells Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva during meeting that the US does not agree with his comparing Israel's actions in Gaza to those of Hitler.

Report:

Brazil Pres. considering clarifying Hitler remarks

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio “Lula” da Silva's associates say he may speak to Jewish community to clarify his remarks saying Israel behaving the same as Hitler if controversy does not die down, but refuses to apologize.

'Profoundly disrespectful'

WJC President condemns Brazilian President's remarks

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder issues forceful condemnation of Brazilian President's comparison of Israel's actions in Gaza to those of Nazi Germany.

'There's genocide in Gaza'

Colombian President backs Brazilian President

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expresses support for comments made by Brazilian President da Silva, who compared Israel’s actions in Gaza to those of Hitler during World War II.

Brazil's FM:

'Israel trying to hide Gaza massacre'

Brazil’s Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira accuses Israeli counterpart Israel Katz of “lying” amid tensions between the two countries.

After comparing Israel to Hitler

Brazil's President recalls ambassador to Israel

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announces that the Brazilian ambassador will be recalled amid tensions between the countries.

Foreign Min. to Brazil Amb.:

Tell da Silva he is a persona non grata in Israel

Comparing Israel to Nazis is 'an embarrassment and disgrace and a serious antisemitic attack,' Foreign Min. Israel Katz tells Brazil's Amb. Federico Mayer.

Combat Antisemitism Movement:

Comparing Israel to Nazis 'morally repugnant'

Combat Antisemitism Movement slams Brazilian Pres. da Silva's statements comparing Israel to Nazis, demands 'immediate apology and retraction.'

President of Brazil:

'Israel performing genocide like Hitler'

President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, compared IDF actions in Gaza to Hitler’s actions against Jews in WW2. Following this statement Brazil’s Ambassador in Israel was called for a disciplinary hearing.

Brazilian politician urges:

Narrowing country's ties with Israel

Influential left-wing Brazilian politician expresses interest in boycott of ‘certain Jewish companies.’

Brazilian Desiree Rugani:

Presenting Israel's truth in Portuguese

Desiree Rugani, a media personality from Brazil, came to the Arutz Sheva studio to speak about her efforts to help Israel on social media, and her visit to a demolished Kibbutz

Brazilian delegation arrives in Israel to express its solidarity

A delegation of Brazilian members of Congress, journalists, and business and religious representatives arrived for a six-day visit to Israel

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Israel's national anthem with Brazil's former President

Jair Bolsonaro posts clip from Buenos Aires, in which he is seen alongside a young boy who is singing Israel’s national anthem.

Brazilian lawmakers arrive in Israel to show support during war

Members of Brazilian National Congress join 1st high-level Latin American delegation to Israel since October 7.

With Mossad help:

Brazilian police uncover Hezbollah plot to attack Jewish targets

Suspects arrested while attempting to recruit people in Brazil to carry out terrorist attacks, including against multiple synagogues.

Brazil Parliament sing Hatikva

Brazil President supports Hamas; his Parliament sings Hatikva

President of Brazil Lula da Silva refuses to recognize Hamas as a terrorist organization, claiming Israel is committing genocide.

The Left’s plan for Europe: an islamized Brazil

The Left hopes for cross-breeding, a mix of race and culture. But there is no crossbreeding, there is ethnic-religious conquest. Op-ed.

Brazil: Anti-Israel protesters injure university employee

In Brazil, pro-Palestinian protest leads to injury and arrest at pro-Israel speaker’s university lecture.

Brazil:

Bolsonaro barred from public office for eight years

Former President barred from public office for making unfounded claims against the country's voting system.

Brazil:

Settlement movement receives 'overwhelmingly warm' welcome

Nachala Settlement Movement embarks on informational campaign to encourage support for settlement in Judea, Samaria, and the Galilee.