Daily brief
Brazil’s fugitive former intelligence chief was detained by US immigration authorities, marking a significant development in ongoing investigations. The arrest adds to legal pressures on former President Jair Bolsonaro’s political machine, as a separate trial threatens to further weaken his influence. Meanwhile, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva faces his tightest first-round election since 2002, according to recent polls.
Brazilian political parties negotiate alliances amid internal tensions, as Milton Leite threatens to leave after a party split.
Brazil’s top labor inspector was fired for adding China’s BYD to a 'dirty list,' sources say, as China reiterates support for workers’ rights and ties with Brazil.
Brazil supports Bangladesh’s candidate for UNGA presidency, while Lula leads a large delegation to Europe for anti-Trump leader talks.
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice acknowledges tension amid a corruption case, while another denies wrongdoing in the Master case.