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Attack on democracy: How does Brazil violence compare with the US?

What are the similarities and differences between riots in Brazil's capital that attacked democratic institutions, and the 6 January 2021 attack on the Capitol in Washington DC?

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World leaders condemn anti-democratic riots in Brazil

Global leaders condemn pro-Bolsonaro rioters that stormed political buildings in Brazil's capital, Brasilia.

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Brazil investigates pro-Bolsonaro rioters who stormed Congress

Newly elected president Lula promised exemplary punishment for the leaders of the "fascist" assault aimed at restoring Bolsonaro to power.

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After losing presidential immunity, Bolsonaro may face court charges

Bolsonaro has reportedly been in Florida since late December, where he is not immediately threatened by legal probes against him in Brazil.

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'Brazil is back' as a global climate leader, says President Lula

Brazil's new President has been sworn in and is making good on his vow to end deforestation in the Amazon.

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Lula promises to 'end devastation era' when swearing in for his term

Fighting back tears and breaking with some of the traditions, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been sworn in as Brazil's president for the third time on Sunday. In a day busy with an number official duties, Lula and his team made sure his first day in office was filled with symbolism.

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Brazil's Lula sworn in as president for third time

Lula's predecessor Jair Bolsonaro is believed to have flown in a Brazilian military jet to Florida at the end of December.

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Watch: Supporters of outgoing Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro clash

Supporters of outgoing Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro clashed with police on Monday, setting fire to several vehicles and allegedly attempting to invade the federal police’s headquarters in the capital city of Brasilia.

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Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro clash with police in Brasilia

Many followers of outgoing far-right leader Jair Bolsonaro who refuse to accept election results in Brazil set fire to several vehicles and attempted to invade the Federal Police headquarters in the capital Brasilia. They call for military intervention.

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LGBTQ+ Pride parade returns to Rio de Janeiro after two-year hiatus

LGBTQ+ rainbow flags and a carnival-like atmosphere, Pride returns to Rio de Janeiro with the theme "Courage to be happy" after a two-year hiatus because of COVID-19.

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Watch : Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon reaches a record high

Deforestation in the Brazilian part of the Amazon rainforest has hit a record level, the highest since satellite tracking began in 2015, according to government data.

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Jair Bolsonaro reportedly concedes election defeat amid severe unrest

The outgoing president had failed earlier to accept defeat explicitly, after falling silent for nearly two days following Sunday's vote.

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Bolsonaro supporters call for military intervention after election defeat

Bolsonaro supporters call for military intervention after election defeat

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Police in Brazil partially clear road block protest over Bolsonaro defeat

Police in Brazil partially clear road block protest over Bolsonaro defeat

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Bolsonaro breaks tense silence without admitting election defeat

But the right-wing leader said he authorised the 'transition' after losing Brazil's election to rival Lula.

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Bolsonaro silence brings tension to post-election Brazil

Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva's supporters are celebrating his narrow election victory in Brazil but there is tension in the air over Jair Bolsonaro's silence

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Euroviews. From prison to president: The political resurrection of Lula da Silva

Adored by half, despised by the other half. How did Lula manage to get elected for an unprecedented third time in Brazil?

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Brazil bitterly divided after narrow election win for Lula

There has been jubilation and disbelief in Brazil over Luis Ignacio Lula da Silva's narrow election victory against Bolsonaro who so far has not acknowledged defeat

Climate

Brazil: Lula promises ‘zero deforestation’ following election victory

World leaders have congratulated Lula on his victory and welcomed the opportunity to work with Brazil on climate issues.

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Lula beats Bolsonaro in Brazil's historic presidential runoff

Winning what is escribed as the most divisive election in the country’s history, Lula received 50.9% of the vote and Bolsonaro 49.1%, according to the country’s election authority.