Multipolarity gives middle powers more choices, but fewer guarantees
BRICS, SCO and other organisations can offer relief from great power pressure but do not provide collective defence.
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Brazil’s president says Amazon oil is ‘passport to the future’
Brazil’s president says Amazon oil is ‘passport to the future’
Published On 18 Aug 2026
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Lula and Bolsonaro’s son launch rival bids for Brazil presidency
Brazil’s presidential race is officially underway.
Published On 17 Aug 2026
Brazil: Lula, Bolsonaro return to strongholds to launch runs for president
Lula and Bolsonaro appeal to Brazil’s women voters with promises to combat rising femicide and gender violence.
Lula holds slim lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil election
A new poll shows Lula leading Bolsonaro, but the gap has closed ahead of Brazil’s high-stakes presidential election.
Italian police recover stolen paintings worth over $10m
Nine Moldovans are being investigated in connection with the theft of paintings by Cezanne, Renoir and Matisse.
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Stolen Matisse art found in Brazil
Stolen Matisse art found in Brazil
Published On 14 Aug 2026
Brazil opens reciprocity process against United States over tariffs
Brazil has not yet decided whether it will proceed with retaliatory measures, but commits to defending its position.
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The US is now using the ‘terrorist’ label to interfere in Brazil’s election
The designation of PCC and CV serves to expand Washington’s reach into the country’s politics and security.
Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreams after teen’s death
Regulator says Discord failed to protect minors from violence, self-harm, and suicide content.
Brazil’s Supreme Court to weigh cases that could weaken Amazon protections
The rulings could affect Indigenous land rights, soya farming and environmental safeguards across the Amazon rainforest.
