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Political escapism in Brazil

31-10-2026 00:00 Last Sunday’s run-off could hardly have been more polarised, yet both right and left could end up being the losers. The question of where do we go from here in the relationship between South America’s two biggest countries has been rendered far more acute by this week’s events.

Brazil summons Argentine diplomat over Flávio Bolsonaro's escape

30-10-2026 15:40 Brasília seeks explanations from Javier Milei's government over the defeated presidential candidate's passage through Argentina en route to the United States.

Flávio Bolsonaro claims he is Brazil's true president, then backtracks

29-10-2026 00:58 "I am the elected president," declares defeated presidential candidate after fleeing to United States, before downgrading his claim to "leader."

Private jet firm used by Bolsonaro previously sparked scandal for Milei

29-10-2026 00:46 Bolsonaro flew on a Gulfstream operated by Baires Fly SA after crossing into Argentina; Firm's manager was accused by prosecutors last year of involvement in ANDIS graft scandal.

Opposition demands answers from Milei over role in Flávio Bolsonaro escape

28-10-2026 13:43 Peronist lawmakers said they will seek to summon Cabinet officials before Congress; Opposition demands answers over its possible role in helping Flávio Bolsonaro flee Brazil and fly to the United States.

Flávio Bolsonaro received by US authorities as he lands in Florida

28-10-2026 12:59 Defeated presidential candidate seen disembarking the jet at Opa-Locka Executive Airport outside Miami, having flown via Argentina and Ecuador.

Milei will not congratulate Lula on re-election, spokesman says

27-10-2026 18:22 President Javier Milei will not issue an official statement congratulating Brazil's Lula on re-election as he is "not a hypocrite," says spokesperson.

Reports: Flávio Bolsonaro flees to United States after Brazil election defeat

27-10-2026 17:57 Defeated presidential candidate is said to be seeking political asylum from Donald Trump after allegedly defying a court order to surrender his passports.

Brazilian lawmaker Andre Janones, Lula's social media 'general'

27-10-2026 11:49 Lula's "general" Andre Janones was the brains behind the online campaign that ensured his stunning comeback.

Argentina denies Flávio Bolsonaro has entered the country

27-10-2026 10:44 Denial comes after Argentine media outlet reported that Flávio Bolsonaro had entered Argentina and plans to travel to the United States from there.

Lula celebrates election win as Brazil markets tumble

26-10-2026 12:19 Markets react negatively to Lula win, plummeting Ibovespa index triggers 30-minute trading suspension on São Paulo Stock Exchange.

'Historic victory': World leaders celebrate Lula's re-election

26-10-2026 08:47 Left-wing allies hail a progressive resurgence, conservative leaders also recognised the Brazilian president's victory; Cristina Fernández de Kirchner praises Lula, saying he "knew how to awaken in his compatriots the feeling and sense needed to win."

Lula wins record fourth term in Brazil in a shock comeback

25-10-2026 22:49 Voters from Lula’s heartland in Brazil’s poorest region rally to the rescue of the leftist leader who has been the face of the region’s resistance to Trumpism. 

More Lula, or back to the Bolsonaros? Brazil votes in cliffhanger election

25-10-2026 10:18 Sunday's run-off will determine whether Brazil remains one of Latin America's few leftist nations or joins a regional swing to the right.

With selfies and squats, Brazil's Lula fights for one last comeback

20-10-2026 13:42 Lula, a defining figure in Brazilian politics over four decades, will have to overcome a first-round defeat if he is to gain another term in power.

Flávio Bolsonaro: The heir to Brazil's far-right dynasty

20-10-2026 13:32 Flávio Bolsonaro goes into Sunday's run-off as a narrow favourite. But how different is he to his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro?

Lula and Milei in the mirror

17-10-2026 00:10 While in Brazil, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s chances of re-election are extremely slim despite what appears to be a situation of economic strength, in Argentina, President Javier Milei is still totally in the game as the economy stumbles on its way to a technical recession.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

No more '6x1': Brazil's Congress approves shorter workweek

15-10-2026 19:16 Lula pledge secured ahead of October 25 run-off; Incumbent will face Flávio Bolsonaro in battle for presidency.

Argentina chooses its own Brazil

07-10-2026 11:27 President Javier Milei's government and Argentina's opposition have selectively interpreted the results of Brazil’s election to suit their own interests.

by Javier Calvo

Brazil market euphoria hinges on fixes Flávio Bolsonaro is yet to lay out

06-10-2026 13:55 Experts expect Brazil to have a better chance of tackling its ballooning deficit under Flávio Bolsonaro, even though he has yet to put forth a detailed plan on how to do so.