Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage at the Syrian-Lebanese Hospital in Sao Paulo caused by a recent fall.&nbsp;

"The operation went without complications" on Monday (Dec 9) night, and Lula was "doing well, under monitoring" in an intensive care unit, the hospital released a statement saying.

Lula's brain haemorrhage was linked to a fall he suffered on October 19 at the presidential residence in Brasilia. He had hit his head in the bathroom and received several stitches for the injury.&nbsp;

He was admitted to the hospital's branch in Brasilia on Monday "to undergo an imaging exam after experiencing a headache", said the hospital.

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Intracranial haemorrhage was reportedly detected during the examination.

He was then "transferred to the Sao Paulo unit of the Syrian-Lebanese hospital, where he underwent a craniotomy to drain the hematoma."

Lula was advised by the doctors to cancel his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit after the fall he had in the bathroom, so he joined the meeting online via video conferencing.

He also skipped the United Nations COP29 climate summit in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.

Lula had described his October 19 accident as "serious" during a phone call with a Workers' Party official, which was later shared on social media.

"I am fine, I had an accident, but it was my fault. It was serious but it did not affect any sensitive area," the Brazilian president said in the call.

"I'm taking care of myself... The doctors said I had to wait at least three or four days to find out how much damage the blow had done," Lula said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage at the Syrian-Lebanese Hospital in Sao Paulo caused by a recent fall.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage at the Syrian-Lebanese Hospital in Sao Paulo caused by a recent fall. "The operation went without complications" on Monday (Dec 9) night, and Lula was "doing well, under monitoring" in an intensive care unit, the hospital released a statement saying. Lula's brain haemorrhage was linked to a fall he suffered on October 19 at the presidential residence in Brasilia. He had hit his head in the bathroom and received several stitches for the injury. He was admitted to the hospital's branch in Brasilia on Monday "to undergo an imaging exam after experiencing a headache", said the hospital. Also read: Syria Islamist rebel leader vows to hold accountable former officials for war crimes Intracranial haemorrhage was reportedly detected during the examination. He was then "transferred to the Sao Paulo unit of the Syrian-Lebanese hospital, where he underwent a craniotomy to drain the hematoma." Lula was advised by the doctors to cancel his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit after the fall he had in the bathroom, so he joined the meeting online via video conferencing. He also skipped the United Nations COP29 climate summit in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Lula had described his October 19 accident as "serious" during a phone call with a Workers' Party official, which was later shared on social media. "I am fine, I had an accident, but it was my fault. It was serious but it did not affect any sensitive area," the Brazilian president said in the call. "I'm taking care of myself... The doctors said I had to wait at least three or four days to find out how much damage the blow had done," Lula said. (With inputs from agencies)

Brazilian President Lula undergoes surgery for brain haemorrhage

Brazil’s foreign ministry recalled its ambassador to Israel as Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19) said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the military operation against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide.&nbsp;

<h2>What is the diplomatic row about?</h2>

The move marks an escalation in the diplomatic row between the two countries after Lula’s comments.&nbsp;

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“What’s happening in the Gaza Strip with the Palestinian people hasn’t happened at any other moment in history. Actually, it has happened: when Hitler decided to kill the Jews,” said the Brazilian president, on Sunday (Feb 18).&nbsp;

Summoning Brazil’s ambassador on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s instructions, Katz&nbsp;at the National Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem&nbsp;highlighted the seriousness of Lula’s comments.&nbsp;

The Israeli foreign minister also called them a “serious antisemitic attack” and said that the Brazilian president was “persona non grata” until he took back the remark.&nbsp;

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“We will not forget nor forgive. It is a serious antisemitic attack. In my name and the name of the citizens of Israel - tell President Lula that he is persona non grata in Israel until he takes it back,” said Katz, as per a statement by his office.

Brazil has since&nbsp;retaliated by recalling its ambassador to Israel, Frederico Meyer, for consultations and summoned&nbsp;the Israeli ambassador to Brazil.&nbsp;

<h2>Brazil will not retract Lula’s remarks</h2>

A report by Reuters citing sources with knowledge of internal discussions, on Monday said Brazil does not intend to retract Lula’s comment which has since sparked a diplomatic rift between the countries.&nbsp;

Lula’s orders are that there will be no retraction and any answers will be given through diplomatic channels, sources told Reuters.

Meanwhile, Brazil’s foreign ministry said it would summon Israel’s ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Zonshine, for a meeting in Rio de Janeiro, where Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira is scheduled to attend G20 meetings.&nbsp;

<h2>What did Lula say?</h2>

On Sunday, Brazil’s president accused Israel of committing “genocide” against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

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He also went on to compare the Israeli military’s actions to that of Adolf Hitler’s campaign to exterminate the Jewish people saying, “It’s not a war of soldiers against soldiers. It’s a war between a highly prepared army and women and children.”

The Israeli PM has since called Lula’s remarks “shameful and grave”.

The comments by the Brazilian president were “a trivialisation of the Holocaust and an attempt to attack the Jewish people and the right of Israel to self-defence. Drawing comparisons between Israel and the Nazis and Hitler is to cross a red line,” said Netanyahu in a statement.&nbsp;

He added, “Israel is fighting to defend itself and ensure its future until total victory, and it is doing that while upholding international law.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Brazil’s foreign ministry recalled its ambassador to Israel as Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19) said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the military operation against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide.

Brazil’s foreign ministry recalled its ambassador to Israel as Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19) said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the military operation against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide. What is the diplomatic row about? The move marks an escalation in the diplomatic row between the two countries after Lula’s comments. WATCH | Israel-Hamas War | Israel government formally rejects recognition of Palestinian State “What’s happening in the Gaza Strip with the Palestinian people hasn’t happened at any other moment in history. Actually, it has happened: when Hitler decided to kill the Jews,” said the Brazilian president, on Sunday (Feb 18). Summoning Brazil’s ambassador on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s instructions, Katz at the National Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem highlighted the seriousness of Lula’s comments. The Israeli foreign minister also called them a “serious antisemitic attack” and said that the Brazilian president was “persona non grata” until he took back the remark. Also Read | Israel declares Brazilian President Lula ‘persona non grata’ over his ‘antisemitic’ comments “We will not forget nor forgive. It is a serious antisemitic attack. In my name and the name of the citizens of Israel - tell President Lula that he is persona non grata in Israel until he takes it back,” said Katz, as per a statement by his office. Brazil has since retaliated by recalling its ambassador to Israel, Frederico Meyer, for consultations and summoned the Israeli ambassador to Brazil. Brazil will not retract Lula’s remarks A report by Reuters citing sources with knowledge of internal discussions, on Monday said Brazil does not intend to retract Lula’s comment which has since sparked a diplomatic rift between the countries. Lula’s orders are that there will be no retraction and any answers will be given through diplomatic channels, sources told Reuters. Meanwhile, Brazil’s foreign ministry said it would summon Israel’s ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Zonshine, for a meeting in Rio de Janeiro, where Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira is scheduled to attend G20 meetings. What did Lula say? On Sunday, Brazil’s president accused Israel of committing “genocide” against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Also Read | Brazilian President Lula compares Gaza action to 'Holocaust', leaving Israel furious He also went on to compare the Israeli military’s actions to that of Adolf Hitler’s campaign to exterminate the Jewish people saying, “It’s not a war of soldiers against soldiers. It’s a war between a highly prepared army and women and children.” The Israeli PM has since called Lula’s remarks “shameful and grave”. The comments by the Brazilian president were “a trivialisation of the Holocaust and an attempt to attack the Jewish people and the right of Israel to self-defence. Drawing comparisons between Israel and the Nazis and Hitler is to cross a red line,” said Netanyahu in a statement. He added, “Israel is fighting to defend itself and ensure its future until total victory, and it is doing that while upholding international law.” (With inputs from agencies)

Brazilian President Lula recalls ambassador to Israel amid row over 'Holocaust' comment

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19th) declared that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the campaign against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide.&nbsp;

Summoning Brazil's ambassador on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's instructions, Katz emphasised the seriousness of Lula's comments. Labelling them as a "serious antisemitic attack" he said that the Brazilian leader is "persona non grata" until he takes back the remark.&nbsp;

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As per a statement from his office, he has instructed the message to be conveyed to Lula through Brazil's ambassador, stating, "We will not forget nor forgive. It is a serious antisemitic attack. In my name and the name of the citizens of Israel - tell President Lula that he is persona non grata in Israel until he takes it back."

<h2>What Lula said</h2>

The Brazilian President on Sunday (Feb 18th) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

Further drawing a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people, he said, "It's not a war of soldiers against soldiers. It's a war between a highly prepared army and women and children."

While attending an African Union summit, Lula told reporters that what was happening in the Gaza Strip "isn't a war, it's a genocide".

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"What's happening in the Gaza Strip with the Palestinian people hasn't happened at any other moment in history. Actually, it has happened: when Hitler decided to kill the Jews," he said.

<h2>'Shameful and grave' comments</h2>

Reacting to Lula's remarks, Netanyahu deemed them as "shameful and grave", and said that his government had called in Brazil's ambassador in protest.

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In a statement, he said that the Brazilian President's comments were "a trivialisation of the Holocaust and an attempt to attack the Jewish people and the right of Israel to self-defence. Drawing comparisons between Israel and the Nazis and Hitler is to cross a red line".

"Israel is fighting to defend itself and ensure its future until total victory, and it is doing that while upholding international law," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19th) declared that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the campaign against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide.

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19th) declared that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the campaign against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide. Summoning Brazil's ambassador on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's instructions, Katz emphasised the seriousness of Lula's comments. Labelling them as a "serious antisemitic attack" he said that the Brazilian leader is "persona non grata" until he takes back the remark. Also read | Brazilian President Lula compares Gaza action to 'Holocaust', leaving Israel furious As per a statement from his office, he has instructed the message to be conveyed to Lula through Brazil's ambassador, stating, "We will not forget nor forgive. It is a serious antisemitic attack. In my name and the name of the citizens of Israel - tell President Lula that he is persona non grata in Israel until he takes it back." What Lula said The Brazilian President on Sunday (Feb 18th) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Further drawing a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people, he said, "It's not a war of soldiers against soldiers. It's a war between a highly prepared army and women and children." While attending an African Union summit, Lula told reporters that what was happening in the Gaza Strip "isn't a war, it's a genocide". Watch | Prospects dim for truce in Israel-Hamas war "What's happening in the Gaza Strip with the Palestinian people hasn't happened at any other moment in history. Actually, it has happened: when Hitler decided to kill the Jews," he said. 'Shameful and grave' comments Reacting to Lula's remarks, Netanyahu deemed them as "shameful and grave", and said that his government had called in Brazil's ambassador in protest. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Return hostages by Ramadan or face Rafah ground offensive from Mar 10, Israel warns In a statement, he said that the Brazilian President's comments were "a trivialisation of the Holocaust and an attempt to attack the Jewish people and the right of Israel to self-defence. Drawing comparisons between Israel and the Nazis and Hitler is to cross a red line". "Israel is fighting to defend itself and ensure its future until total victory, and it is doing that while upholding international law," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel declares Brazilian President Lula ‘persona non grata’ over his ‘antisemitic’ comments

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva opened what he called a “landmark” summit, on Tuesday (August 8), calling for the leaders of seven other Amazon rainforest countries to reach a broad agreement on a range of issues aimed at saving the Amazon.&nbsp;

<h2>Eight-nation summit</h2>

The two-day meeting of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO) kicked off in Brazil’s northern city of Belem, at the mouth of the Amazon River. The eight-nation grouping set up in 1995, comprising&nbsp;South American countries that share the Amazon basin – Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Suriname and Venezuela – gathered for the first in 14 years.&nbsp;

The countries have sought to formulate a regional pact on issues like stopping deforestation by 2030, ending illegal gold mining, and cooperating on cross-border policing of environmental crime.&nbsp;

Leaders from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Guyana, and Peru and representatives of Ecuador, Suriname and Venezuela, in attendance, are expected to announce the final agreement, known as the Belem Declaration, later on Tuesday.&nbsp;

The summit is seen as a rehearsal for the upcoming 2025 United Nations climate talks, which will also be hosted in Belem.&nbsp;

Amazon rainforest, often regarded as the world’s lungs, is home to 10 per cent of Earth’s biodiversity, 50 million people and hundreds of billions of trees as well as a vital carbon sink to reduce global warming.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Never been so urgent’</h2>

The summit was also seen in line with Lula’s pledge&nbsp;on the campaign trail last year to convene the summit in a bid to restore Brazil’s environmental leadership after deforestation in the Amazon soared under his predecessor Jair Bolsanaro.&nbsp;

“This is a landmark meeting. It will mark a turning point in the history of protecting the Amazon,” said the Brazilian president, during his opening remarks. He also went on to emphasise the “severe worsening of the climate crisis".

“The challenges of our era, and the opportunities arising from them, demand we act in unison,” said Lula. He added, “It has never been so urgent.”&nbsp;

The Brazilian president also said that the countries will “discuss and promote a new vision of sustainable, inclusive development in the region”.

Brazil’s Environment Minister Marina Silva has previously reported that deforestation was down by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amazon-deforestation-down-nearly-60-compared-to-july-last-year-brazil-621874">at least 60 per cent</a> in July, compared to the same month last year in the Brazilian Amazon. This followed another report released last month which stated that deforestation was down <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amazon-deforestation-down-nearly-34-during-lulas-first-six-months-in-office-612995">34 per cent</a> in the first six months of the year.&nbsp;

<h2> 
What do we know about the Belem Declaration?</h2>

A report by Reuters citing an anonymous Brazilian government source, said that the Belem Declaration will likely include financing mechanisms for sustainable development, provisions for including indigenous leaders in policy making, and shared strategies for tackling deforestation.

Silva told Reuters, last week, that one of the aims of the summit is to set up a scientific body like the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which will share research on the Amazon and help produce policies independent of the governments. It will also monitor the impact of climate change on the Amazon rainforest and ecosystem, she added.

CNN Brasil, citing a leaked draft of the declaration, said that the agreement may protest what the countries see as unfair trade barriers implemented in the name of environmental protection.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a report by Al Jazeera said that while the first draft contains a “range of good intentions”, no concrete dates have been put forward by the leaders to put their plan into effect.&nbsp;

Scientists have warned the destruction of the Amazon rainforest is pushing it dangerously close to a “tipping point,” beyond which it would die off and release carbon rather than absorb it, which would have catastrophic consequences for the environment.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp; 
 
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva opened what he called a “landmark” summit, on Tuesday (August 8), calling for the leaders of seven other Amazon rainforest countries to reach a broad agreement on a range of issues aimed at saving the Amazon.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva opened what he called a “landmark” summit, on Tuesday (August 8), calling for the leaders of seven other Amazon rainforest countries to reach a broad agreement on a range of issues aimed at saving the Amazon. Eight-nation summit The two-day meeting of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO) kicked off in Brazil’s northern city of Belem, at the mouth of the Amazon River. The eight-nation grouping set up in 1995, comprising South American countries that share the Amazon basin – Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Suriname and Venezuela – gathered for the first in 14 years. The countries have sought to formulate a regional pact on issues like stopping deforestation by 2030, ending illegal gold mining, and cooperating on cross-border policing of environmental crime. Leaders from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Guyana, and Peru and representatives of Ecuador, Suriname and Venezuela, in attendance, are expected to announce the final agreement, known as the Belem Declaration, later on Tuesday. The summit is seen as a rehearsal for the upcoming 2025 United Nations climate talks, which will also be hosted in Belem. Amazon rainforest, often regarded as the world’s lungs, is home to 10 per cent of Earth’s biodiversity, 50 million people and hundreds of billions of trees as well as a vital carbon sink to reduce global warming. ‘Never been so urgent’ The summit was also seen in line with Lula’s pledge on the campaign trail last year to convene the summit in a bid to restore Brazil’s environmental leadership after deforestation in the Amazon soared under his predecessor Jair Bolsanaro. “This is a landmark meeting. It will mark a turning point in the history of protecting the Amazon,” said the Brazilian president, during his opening remarks. He also went on to emphasise the “severe worsening of the climate crisis". “The challenges of our era, and the opportunities arising from them, demand we act in unison,” said Lula. He added, “It has never been so urgent.” The Brazilian president also said that the countries will “discuss and promote a new vision of sustainable, inclusive development in the region”. Brazil’s Environment Minister Marina Silva has previously reported that deforestation was down by at least 60 per cent in July, compared to the same month last year in the Brazilian Amazon. This followed another report released last month which stated that deforestation was down 34 per cent in the first six months of the year. What do we know about the Belem Declaration? A report by Reuters citing an anonymous Brazilian government source, said that the Belem Declaration will likely include financing mechanisms for sustainable development, provisions for including indigenous leaders in policy making, and shared strategies for tackling deforestation. Silva told Reuters, last week, that one of the aims of the summit is to set up a scientific body like the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which will share research on the Amazon and help produce policies independent of the governments. It will also monitor the impact of climate change on the Amazon rainforest and ecosystem, she added. CNN Brasil, citing a leaked draft of the declaration, said that the agreement may protest what the countries see as unfair trade barriers implemented in the name of environmental protection. Meanwhile, a report by Al Jazeera said that while the first draft contains a “range of good intentions”, no concrete dates have been put forward by the leaders to put their plan into effect. Scientists have warned the destruction of the Amazon rainforest is pushing it dangerously close to a “tipping point,” beyond which it would die off and release carbon rather than absorb it, which would have catastrophic consequences for the environment. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

South American leaders meet to forge shared policy for saving Amazon at ‘landmark’ summit

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the president of Brazil, declared on Monday that he would invite his Chinese colleague Xi Jinping to visit Brazil. In an interview with state-run broadcaster EBC, he stated, "I am going to invite Xi Jinping to come to Brazil, for a bilateral meeting, to get to know Brazil, and to show him the projects that we have of interest for Chinese investment," adding he is planning to "consolidate" the relationship with China.

Brazilian President Lula to invite Xi Jinping to Brazil for talks

Newly elected Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva has offered to host the 2025 edition of the COP27 summit in the Amazon region of his country. In&nbsp;his speech in the ongoing global climate summit in Egypt, Lula said that the Amazon forests have been damaged due to intense deforestation, and it will be the perfect for the conference to take place in that setting to stress on the crisis.

"I am here to say to all of you that Brazil is back in the world," Lula said. "Brazil was not born to be an isolated country. We will put up a very strong fight against illegal deforestation," he said.

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Lula’s presidential campaign included promises when it comes to the Amazon Forest, and it is completely different from the former president Jair Bolsonaro. Lula has already created a ministry of indigenous people which will be working to "take very good care" of the region's communities.

Lula said that he will be talking to United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres for hosting the 2025 COP27 summit in Brazil and said that the country will benefit from the event.

"And in Brazil it has to be in the Amazon," said Lula.

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He also added that the states of Para and Amazonia were all ready to host an event of such scale.

Meanwhile, the member states once again pledged their support to restricting the rise of global temperatures by not more than 1.5 degree Celsius and promised to stop their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Newly elected Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva has offered to host the 2025 edition of the COP27 summit in the Amazon region of his country. In his speech in the ongoing global climate summit in Egypt, Lula said that the Amazon forests have been damaged due to intense deforestation, and it will be the perfect for the conference to take place in that setting to stress on the crisis.

Newly elected Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva has offered to host the 2025 edition of the COP27 summit in the Amazon region of his country. In his speech in the ongoing global climate summit in Egypt, Lula said that the Amazon forests have been damaged due to intense deforestation, and it will be the perfect for the conference to take place in that setting to stress on the crisis. "I am here to say to all of you that Brazil is back in the world," Lula said. "Brazil was not born to be an isolated country. We will put up a very strong fight against illegal deforestation," he said. Also read | 'Today's era must not be of war': G20 declaration condemns conflict in Ukraine Lula’s presidential campaign included promises when it comes to the Amazon Forest, and it is completely different from the former president Jair Bolsonaro. Lula has already created a ministry of indigenous people which will be working to "take very good care" of the region's communities. Lula said that he will be talking to United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres for hosting the 2025 COP27 summit in Brazil and said that the country will benefit from the event. "And in Brazil it has to be in the Amazon," said Lula. Also read | US says 'Russia bears ultimate responsibility' for missile that hit Poland He also added that the states of Para and Amazonia were all ready to host an event of such scale. Meanwhile, the member states once again pledged their support to restricting the rise of global temperatures by not more than 1.5 degree Celsius and promised to stop their reliance on fossil fuels.

Brazilian President offers to host 2025 edition of COP27 summit in Amazon forest

At the United Nations General Assembly, the President of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro defended his record on the environment. He has now come under heavy scrutiny due to the deforestation of the Amazon.

WION Climate Tracker | Brazilian President defends his actions on environment at UNGA

Brazil’s Senate on Tuesday began a probe into President Jair Bolsonaro’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the country.

On Tuesday, Senate leader Rodrigo Pacheco claimed that a congressional enquiry into Bolsonaro administration’s response to the pandemic would also probe how resources were distributed among states.

Brazil is witnessing a deadly wave of COVID-19 infections and with it Bolsonaro’s disapproval ratings have reached record levels.&nbsp;

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The investigation is known as CPI in Portuguese can trigger a number of actions including forwarding a potential wrongdoing in law enforcement. Many pro-Bolsonaro lawmakers have urged for an enquiry into each state’s response to the pandemic, which the Senate leader has said could trespass the jurisdiction of state assemblies.

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Brazil is currently fighting rising infections, most of which have been attributed to the so-called P1 variant, believed to be more infectious by medical professionals.

On Tuesday, the country witnessed 3,808 deaths according to country’s Health Ministry. The total death toll in the country now stands at 358,000, the second-highest in the world after the United States.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/covid-in-brazil-out-of-control-says-the-journalist-who-sued-bolsonaro-for-derogatory-remarks-374703" hreflang="en">Covid in Brazil 'out of control', says the journalist who sued Bolsonaro for derogatory remarks</a>

The country’s current wave is affecting youngsters more, with over 50 per cent intensive care beds under the occupancy of patients under 40 years old, as revealed in a study published by the Brazilian Association of Intensive Medicine.

Bolsonaro has faced criticism for his pandemic response. In the early phases of the pandemic, he had referred to COVID-19 as a “little flu”.&nbsp;

In addition, he has ignored suggestions by health experts to wear masks while opposing implementing lockdown measures.

(With inputs from agencies)

Brazil’s Senate on Tuesday began a probe into President Jair Bolsonaro’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the country. On Tuesday, Senate leader Rodrigo Pacheco claimed that a congressional enquiry into Bolsonaro administration’s response to the pandemic would also probe how resources were distributed among states.

Brazil’s Senate on Tuesday began a probe into President Jair Bolsonaro’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the country. On Tuesday, Senate leader Rodrigo Pacheco claimed that a congressional enquiry into Bolsonaro administration’s response to the pandemic would also probe how resources were distributed among states. Brazil is witnessing a deadly wave of COVID-19 infections and with it Bolsonaro’s disapproval ratings have reached record levels. The investigation is known as CPI in Portuguese can trigger a number of actions including forwarding a potential wrongdoing in law enforcement. Many pro-Bolsonaro lawmakers have urged for an enquiry into each state’s response to the pandemic, which the Senate leader has said could trespass the jurisdiction of state assemblies. Also read: Brazil top court orders probe of Bolsonaro's pandemic steps Brazil is currently fighting rising infections, most of which have been attributed to the so-called P1 variant, believed to be more infectious by medical professionals. On Tuesday, the country witnessed 3,808 deaths according to country’s Health Ministry. The total death toll in the country now stands at 358,000, the second-highest in the world after the United States. Also read: Covid in Brazil 'out of control', says the journalist who sued Bolsonaro for derogatory remarks The country’s current wave is affecting youngsters more, with over 50 per cent intensive care beds under the occupancy of patients under 40 years old, as revealed in a study published by the Brazilian Association of Intensive Medicine. Bolsonaro has faced criticism for his pandemic response. In the early phases of the pandemic, he had referred to COVID-19 as a “little flu”. In addition, he has ignored suggestions by health experts to wear masks while opposing implementing lockdown measures. (With inputs from agencies)

Brazil's Senate begins probe into government's pandemic response amid record dip in Bolsonaro's approval ratings

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has witnessed a dip in support in the country, a poll by Datafolha showed.

Currently, the second wave of COVID-19 is wrecking the country's pandemic response. Even with dwindling support, the majority of Brazilians are against his impeachment.&nbsp;

The data from both the polls was&nbsp;released by Datafolha on Friday. And in one of the polls, 40 per cent of respondents rated Bolsonaro's administration as bad or terrible. In December, 32 per cent had claimed the same.&nbsp;

Only a third of respondents rated his administration good or excellent. In an earlier poll from December, 37 per cent responded positively.&nbsp; 
 
According to the Folha de S Paulo newspaper, this represents the biggest drop in approval for Bolsonaro since his government assumed power in 2019.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/indigenous-leaders-of-brazil-sue-bolsonaro-for-crimes-against-humanity-358862" hreflang="en">Indigenous leaders of Brazil sue Bolsonaro for 'crimes against humanity'</a>

Critics have called Brazil's vaccine rollout slow, as the second of COVID-19 intensifies in the country. The country of 210 million people began rolling out vaccines last week.

Protests were witnessed in cities across the country this month. Many have asked for Bolsonaro's impeachment for his skewed response to the pandemic.

The new variant of the virus has now appeared in northern Brazil, putting more pressure on an already cramped healthcare system. This variant is considered more transmissible than the original strain. Owing to this, countries have banned entry for Brazilian travellers.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/with-a-hanuman-image-brazil-president-bolsonaro-thanks-pm-modi-for-covid-vaccines-358644" hreflang="en">With a Hanuman image, Brazil President Bolsonaro thanks PM Modi for COVID vaccines</a>

Bolsonaro has played down the pandemic multiple times and has said that he will not be taking the vaccine. 
 
Another poll by Datafolha revealed that 53 per cent of respondents do not want the initiation of impeachment proceedings against Bolsonaro for how he handled the pandemic. This number went up from 50 per cent in a previous survey. 
 
The surveys were conducted on January 20, 21 for which over 2,030 people were interviewed.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has witnessed a dip in support in the country, a poll by Datafolha showed. Currently, the second wave of COVID-19 is wrecking the country's pandemic response.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has witnessed a dip in support in the country, a poll by Datafolha showed. Currently, the second wave of COVID-19 is wrecking the country's pandemic response. Even with dwindling support, the majority of Brazilians are against his impeachment. The data from both the polls was released by Datafolha on Friday. And in one of the polls, 40 per cent of respondents rated Bolsonaro's administration as bad or terrible. In December, 32 per cent had claimed the same. Only a third of respondents rated his administration good or excellent. In an earlier poll from December, 37 per cent responded positively. According to the Folha de S Paulo newspaper, this represents the biggest drop in approval for Bolsonaro since his government assumed power in 2019. Also read: Indigenous leaders of Brazil sue Bolsonaro for 'crimes against humanity' Critics have called Brazil's vaccine rollout slow, as the second of COVID-19 intensifies in the country. The country of 210 million people began rolling out vaccines last week. Protests were witnessed in cities across the country this month. Many have asked for Bolsonaro's impeachment for his skewed response to the pandemic. The new variant of the virus has now appeared in northern Brazil, putting more pressure on an already cramped healthcare system. This variant is considered more transmissible than the original strain. Owing to this, countries have banned entry for Brazilian travellers. Also read: With a Hanuman image, Brazil President Bolsonaro thanks PM Modi for COVID vaccines Bolsonaro has played down the pandemic multiple times and has said that he will not be taking the vaccine. Another poll by Datafolha revealed that 53 per cent of respondents do not want the initiation of impeachment proceedings against Bolsonaro for how he handled the pandemic. This number went up from 50 per cent in a previous survey. The surveys were conducted on January 20, 21 for which over 2,030 people were interviewed.

Polls reveal support for Bolsonaro fell sharply, but majority reject impeachment

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been sued by countries indigenous leaders for crimes against humanity. Two top Brazilian indigenous leaders have asked the international criminal court to investigate President Bolsonaro for 'crime against humanity'.

Brazilian Prez Bolsonaro sued for crimes against humanity

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro reportedly tried to sabotage efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 in his country, putting forward policies that further undermined the rights of Brazilians, Human Rights Watch (HRW) claimed on Wednesday.

The group also claimed that institutions such as the Supreme Court and Congress have stepped up efforts to protect citizens of Brazil, while blocking some dangerous policies put forward by the leader, as stated by the organisation in its annual world report.

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Bolsonaro attempted to remove states authority over people's movements. But the Supreme Court ruled against Bolsonaro.

In addition, the country's top court prevented Bolsonaro from withholding data about COVID-19 from the public, additionally ordering the administration to come up with a plan which would protect indigenous groups in Brazil.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/brazils-bolsonaro-asks-india-to-expedite-vaccine-shipment-as-delays-loom-355513" hreflang="en">Brazil's Bolsonaro asks India to expedite vaccine shipment as delays loom</a>

At the same time, Congress was passing a bill to provide emergency health care to indigenous groups.

Bolsonaro is famous for playing down the severity of the pandemic, initially calling it a "little flu". He also criticised lockdowns and social distancing measures.&nbsp;

According to HRW, Bolsonaro has disseminated misleading information about the virus.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/brazilian-president-jair-bolsonaro-says-his-country-is-broke-and-he-cant-do-anything-354727" hreflang="en">Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro says his country is 'broke' and he 'can't do anything'</a> 
 
Bolsonaro himself also caught COVID once, but even then his attitude towards the virus remained unchanged. He claimed that lockdowns will damage Brazil's economy and will leave many people out of work.

HRW also claimed that besides the pandemic, Bolsonaro has underplayed women's rights, lashing out at reporters and civil society groups. He has also bullied independent media in the country, the group said.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro reportedly tried to sabotage efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 in his country, putting forward policies that further undermined the rights of Brazilians, Human Rights Watch (HRW) claimed on Wednesday.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro reportedly tried to sabotage efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 in his country, putting forward policies that further undermined the rights of Brazilians, Human Rights Watch (HRW) claimed on Wednesday. The group also claimed that institutions such as the Supreme Court and Congress have stepped up efforts to protect citizens of Brazil, while blocking some dangerous policies put forward by the leader, as stated by the organisation in its annual world report. Bolsonaro attempted to remove states authority over people's movements. But the Supreme Court ruled against Bolsonaro. In addition, the country's top court prevented Bolsonaro from withholding data about COVID-19 from the public, additionally ordering the administration to come up with a plan which would protect indigenous groups in Brazil. Also read: Brazil's Bolsonaro asks India to expedite vaccine shipment as delays loom At the same time, Congress was passing a bill to provide emergency health care to indigenous groups. Bolsonaro is famous for playing down the severity of the pandemic, initially calling it a "little flu". He also criticised lockdowns and social distancing measures. According to HRW, Bolsonaro has disseminated misleading information about the virus. Also read: Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro says his country is 'broke' and he 'can't do anything' Bolsonaro himself also caught COVID once, but even then his attitude towards the virus remained unchanged. He claimed that lockdowns will damage Brazil's economy and will leave many people out of work. HRW also claimed that besides the pandemic, Bolsonaro has underplayed women's rights, lashing out at reporters and civil society groups. He has also bullied independent media in the country, the group said.

Brazilian President Bolsonaro sabotaged coronavirus relief measures, claims Human Rights Watch

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro received the best approval rating of his term on August 14. His popularity was boosted among recipients of COVID-19 stimulus payments.

COVID-19 pandemic: Bolsonaro's approval rating at an all-time high

After months of downplaying the coronavirus pandemic and flouting the virus guidelines, Brazilia President Jair Bolsonaro has now tested positive for COVID-19. He is now following the guidelines and was seen wearing a mask. Watch report.

Brazil recorded more than 1.8 million cases: Brazilian President seen outside wearing a mask

After months of downplaying the coronavirus pandemic and flouting the virus guidelines, Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has now tested positive for COVID-19.

Jair Bolsonaro seen outside the Presidential palace wearing mask, maintaining social distancing

Anti-lockdown protests have become a weekly affair at Brazil's Presidential palace. On May 17 Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro endorsed these demonstrations calling them a pure manifestation of democracy.

Bolsonaro flouts social distancing again: Welcomes anti-lockdown protests in Brazil

In an unprecedented move, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro took to the streets to join the anti-lockdown rally. He met thousands of protestors without wearing a mask.

Coronavirus Pandemic: Brazilian President joins anti-lockdown rally

Brazilian President Jair M. Bolsonaro in a letter to PM Modi on COVID crisis today has made references to Ramayana and compared Indian efforts to Hanuman and Sanjeevani booti.

The excerpt of the letter said, "Just as Lord Hanuman brought the holy medicine from the Himalayas to save the life of Lord Rama's brother Lakshmana, and Jesus healed those who were sick and restored the sight to Bartimeu, India and Brazil will overcome this global crisis by joining forces and sharing blessings &nbsp;for the sake of all people."

Interestingly the letter was sent on the day of &nbsp;Hanuman Jayanti.&nbsp;

Also, the fact letter mentions "Holy medicine" or "Sanjeevani Booti" is important given the fact that Brazilian President has requested for hydroxychloroquine, called as the game-changer drug in the fight against COVID the from Indian PM.&nbsp;

Last week Brazilian President and Indian PM had spoken and discussed the global situation in the wake of the spread of COVID-19 pandemic and request for hydroxychloroquine.

In a tweet, Brazilian President had said," Requested support in the continuity of the provision of pharmaceuticals for the production of hydroxychloroquine”

The Indian govt readout on the talks said, "The Prime Minister assured all possible support to Brazil President in this difficult hour. They agreed that their officials would remain in regular touch concerning the COVID-19 situation and its emerging challenges."

India has got a request from 30 countries for hydroxychloroquine. Brazilian President was the Chief Guest at the 70th Republic Day celebrations of India earlier this year. Both countries are also part of the BRICS grouping.

Earlier today US president against talked about getting HCQ from India. Recalling his talks with PM Modi over the weekend he said the Indian PM "was great, he was really good" when "spoke....asked if it would be okay if he released it(Hydroxychloroquine)".

Trump said, "they have.. a lot of it comes out from India..they put a stop because they want it for India."

This is the 3rd time in last 5 days President Trump has talked about his requested for Hydroxychloroquine from India. Indian companies will be fulfilling the contractual obligations of US order put in place before the ban on export was imposed.

Brazilian President Jair M. Bolsonaro in a letter to PM Modi on COVID crisis today has made references to Ramayana and compared Indian efforts to Hanuman and Sanjeevani booti.

Brazilian President Jair M. Bolsonaro in a letter to PM Modi on COVID crisis today has made references to Ramayana and compared Indian efforts to Hanuman and Sanjeevani booti. The excerpt of the letter said, "Just as Lord Hanuman brought the holy medicine from the Himalayas to save the life of Lord Rama's brother Lakshmana, and Jesus healed those who were sick and restored the sight to Bartimeu, India and Brazil will overcome this global crisis by joining forces and sharing blessings for the sake of all people." Interestingly the letter was sent on the day of Hanuman Jayanti. Also, the fact letter mentions "Holy medicine" or "Sanjeevani Booti" is important given the fact that Brazilian President has requested for hydroxychloroquine, called as the game-changer drug in the fight against COVID the from Indian PM. Last week Brazilian President and Indian PM had spoken and discussed the global situation in the wake of the spread of COVID-19 pandemic and request for hydroxychloroquine. In a tweet, Brazilian President had said," Requested support in the continuity of the provision of pharmaceuticals for the production of hydroxychloroquine” The Indian govt readout on the talks said, "The Prime Minister assured all possible support to Brazil President in this difficult hour. They agreed that their officials would remain in regular touch concerning the COVID-19 situation and its emerging challenges." India has got a request from 30 countries for hydroxychloroquine. Brazilian President was the Chief Guest at the 70th Republic Day celebrations of India earlier this year. Both countries are also part of the BRICS grouping. Earlier today US president against talked about getting HCQ from India. Recalling his talks with PM Modi over the weekend he said the Indian PM "was great, he was really good" when "spoke....asked if it would be okay if he released it(Hydroxychloroquine)". Trump said, "they have.. a lot of it comes out from India..they put a stop because they want it for India." This is the 3rd time in last 5 days President Trump has talked about his requested for Hydroxychloroquine from India. Indian companies will be fulfilling the contractual obligations of US order put in place before the ban on export was imposed.

On Hanuman Jayanti, Brazilian president writes to PM Modi; makes references to Ramayana, Sanjeevani booti

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro will be the Chief Guest at India's Republic Day celebrations this year. So what does the Latin American Country mean to India? WION caught up with the Ambassador of Brazil to India, Andre Aranha Correa Do Lago to talk more on this. Former Indian Diplomat and show host Arun K. Singh also talks to Mr Correa about the cooperation and collaboration between the two BRIC nations.

The Diplomacy Show: India's Republic Day Special

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro, who arrived on Friday for his four-day visit to India.

Prime Minister said that Bolsonaro's visit to India will add strength to India-Brazil relations.

"A warm welcome to President Jair Messias Bolsonaro! We are delighted to host him and we look forward to his taking part in our Republic Day celebrations. His visit will add strength to India-Brazil relations," tweeted Prime Minister Modi.

The visit of Brazilian President, who is the Chief Guest of Republic Day Parade, is aimed at strengthening bilateral relations in the fields of agriculture, energy, and defence.

Bolsonaro was accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising several ministers, senior officials, chairman of Brazil-India Friendship Group in the Brazilian Parliament, and businessmen.

The second day of his visit is packed with several engagements, including his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which will subsequently be followed by the exchange of agreements between India and Brazil in different fields.

Brazilian Ambassador to New Delhi Andre Aranha Correa do Lago had told ANI on Tuesday that the two countries would ink over 15 agreements and launch a plan of action for the strategic partnership during Bolsonaro's visit.

"We are going to exchange more than 15 agreements with the government and institutions. We are also going to launch a plan of action for our strategic partnership. We want to make our strategic partnership more dynamic. The plan of action will be launched by the two leaders (Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bolsonaro)," the Ambassador had said.

Andre had also said that the focus of the visit would be on strengthening bilateral relationships in the fields of energy, agriculture, and defence.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro, who arrived on Friday for his four-day visit to India. Prime Minister said that Bolsonaro's visit to India will add strength to India-Brazil relations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro, who arrived on Friday for his four-day visit to India. Prime Minister said that Bolsonaro's visit to India will add strength to India-Brazil relations. "A warm welcome to President Jair Messias Bolsonaro! We are delighted to host him and we look forward to his taking part in our Republic Day celebrations. His visit will add strength to India-Brazil relations," tweeted Prime Minister Modi. The visit of Brazilian President, who is the Chief Guest of Republic Day Parade, is aimed at strengthening bilateral relations in the fields of agriculture, energy, and defence. Bolsonaro was accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising several ministers, senior officials, chairman of Brazil-India Friendship Group in the Brazilian Parliament, and businessmen. The second day of his visit is packed with several engagements, including his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which will subsequently be followed by the exchange of agreements between India and Brazil in different fields. Brazilian Ambassador to New Delhi Andre Aranha Correa do Lago had told ANI on Tuesday that the two countries would ink over 15 agreements and launch a plan of action for the strategic partnership during Bolsonaro's visit. "We are going to exchange more than 15 agreements with the government and institutions. We are also going to launch a plan of action for our strategic partnership. We want to make our strategic partnership more dynamic. The plan of action will be launched by the two leaders (Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bolsonaro)," the Ambassador had said. Andre had also said that the focus of the visit would be on strengthening bilateral relationships in the fields of energy, agriculture, and defence.

PM Modi welcomes Brazilian President, says visit will strengthen India-Brazil relations

Brazilian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazilian-president-bolsonaro-released-from-hospital-after-slipping-in-bathroom-270058">President Jair Bolsonaro</a> who was released from hospital after he hit his head and fell told a television channel that he had temporarily lost his memory.

The Brazilian president had spent the night under observation in an Army hospital and was released later.

"At that moment I lost memory," Bolsonaro told a local television channel, adding, "the following day, this morning, I managed to get back a lot of things and now I am fine."

Bolsonaro's CT scan did not reveal any anomalies, doctors said after the president fell on his back in a bathroom at the Alvorada Palace his as his health continued to be a cause of concern.

In a message on Twitter, Bolsonaro, 64, picked passages from the Bible, saying: "For if one falls the other raises his mate; but woe to what is alone; for in the fall there will be no one to lift it up."&nbsp;

Last year, Bolsonaro was injured in a knife attack during a campaign tour. He has undergone four surgeries to treat the stab wound to his abdomen. He told the television channel that his health was "fine" even though he was quick to caution that "there are some consequences" of the stabbing.

Bolsonaro who came to power recently had earlier said that he was examined for skin cancer but no traces of the disease were found.

Later on Christmas Eve, a visibly happy president wished the country asserting on Twitter "inspired by the rebirth of Jesus Christ our Lord, let us also celebrate the rebirth of a great nation."

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro who was released from hospital after he hit his head and fell told a television channel that he had temporarily lost his memory.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro who was released from hospital after he hit his head and fell told a television channel that he had temporarily lost his memory. The Brazilian president had spent the night under observation in an Army hospital and was released later. "At that moment I lost memory," Bolsonaro told a local television channel, adding, "the following day, this morning, I managed to get back a lot of things and now I am fine." Bolsonaro's CT scan did not reveal any anomalies, doctors said after the president fell on his back in a bathroom at the Alvorada Palace his as his health continued to be a cause of concern. In a message on Twitter, Bolsonaro, 64, picked passages from the Bible, saying: "For if one falls the other raises his mate; but woe to what is alone; for in the fall there will be no one to lift it up." Last year, Bolsonaro was injured in a knife attack during a campaign tour. He has undergone four surgeries to treat the stab wound to his abdomen. He told the television channel that his health was "fine" even though he was quick to caution that "there are some consequences" of the stabbing. Bolsonaro who came to power recently had earlier said that he was examined for skin cancer but no traces of the disease were found. Later on Christmas Eve, a visibly happy president wished the country asserting on Twitter "inspired by the rebirth of Jesus Christ our Lord, let us also celebrate the rebirth of a great nation."

I lost my memory, but now I am fine, says Brazilian President Bolsonaro after release from hospital

Protesters from indigenous communities and Greenpeace joined locals on the streets of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday to call on Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to protect the Amazon rainforest. Chanting "Out Salles!" (Brazilian Environment Minister Ricardo Salles), the protesters also led a prayer for the Amazon. "We have a love for the Amazon, we have a love for planet Earth, we will not remain silent in face of this policy of indifference which puts profit above human dignity and above Mother Earth," said a protester holding a loudspeaker.

'It will affect the whole planet,' says protester in Rio march as Amazon fires rage on

Rightist Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was discharged here Wednesday from one of Latin America's premier hospitals after being hospitalized for 17 days following a colostomy reversal and receiving a level of treatment that is inaccessible to most of his countrymen.

The 63-year-old Bolsonaro had been recovering at Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital from an operation to remove a colostomy bag, which was inserted after he was <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/brazilian-presidential-candidate-stabbed-undergoes-surgery-to-repair-liver-164170">stabbed in the abdomen in September </a>during a campaign rally in the southeastern state of Minas Gerais.

Bolsonaro has undergone three successful surgeries since the near-fatal attack, including the January 27 colostomy reversal, but his latest hospital stay had to be lengthened because he was diagnosed last week with pneumonia and needed an increased dose of antibiotics.

On Wednesday, he said on Twitter while travelling by plane from Sao Paulo to Brasilia that the risk of death from September 6, 2018, stabbing can finally be definitively ruled out.

"I can only thank God and everyone that I'll finally be able to get back to work as normal," Bolsonaro added.

Shortly after the attack, which occurred just weeks before he was elected, the then-candidate underwent a surgical procedure (colostomy) in which one end of the colon (large intestine) is diverted through an incision in the abdominal wall.

This creates a stoma (opening in the skin) where a pouch for collecting faeces is attached.

In Bolsonaro's case, that procedure was necessary for the wake of the stabbing to avoid complications in the region where the initial emergency surgery was performed.

The colostomy reversal is a procedure that reverses the colostomy process and re-establishes the flow of waste through the gastrointestinal tract.

In comments last weekend on social media from his specially prepared hospital room at one of the region's most exclusive medical centres, Bolsonaro was the first to acknowledge his privileged situation.

"We know that few people could have treatment like this, but we're fully aware that our SUS (Brazil's publicly funded health-care system) can improve a great deal. We'll do everything possible to make that a reality," Bolsonaro said Sunday in a video uploaded to his Twitter account.

According to the medical institution, the Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital was born out of a "meeting of friends" in 1955 in which Dr Manoel Tabacow Hidal proposed that a hospital is founded as a gesture of thanks to Brazilians for welcoming Jewish immigrants after World War II.

Located in the upscale Morumbi neighbourhood on Sao Paulo's west side, the list of former patients also includes soccer legend Pepe and other prominent Brazilians.

Its main competitor is Sao Paulo-based Hospital Sirio-Libanes, a private facility known as the "hospital of the powerful" where three ex-presidents, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Dilma Rousseff and Michel Temer, have received treatment.

The reality for these individuals is very different from that of many Brazilians forced to rely on an overcrowded and deficient public-health system. For those with only basic coverage, the wait for a colostomy reversal, for example, can be more than a year.

That has been the experience of 64-year-old Isaque Ferreira da Silva, who has been forced to wear a colostomy bag for 14 months.

He underwent emergency surgery at a public hospital in Sao Paulo in December 2017 after doctors detected a bowel perforation. A colostomy was performed and he still has the colostomy bag attached to his body.

"I have to do a test first and until I do that test I can't have the surgery" to reverse the colostomy, Ferreira da Silva, who still is able to work part-time as an electrician or a plumber, told EFE.

His problem - one that reflects the precarious state of Brazil's public health system - is that the machine needed for his pre-surgery colonoscopy was broken nearly all of last year.

"In a private hospital, those exams cost 870 reais (roughly $230). I don't have that kind of money, not to do that test," said Ferreira da Silva, who has not worked full-time for a year because the risk of possible damage to the colostomy bag prevents him from lifting anything heavy.

Sources with Brazil's public-health system confirmed to EFE that there can be a significant wait for a colostomy reversal because more urgent cases take priority.

It is recommended that surgery for the removal of the colostomy bag, which must be emptied daily and changed once a week on average, be performed three months after the colostomy if the patient is in optimal condition to undergo the procedure.

More than 30 years after SUS was created in 1988, the challenge of efficiently financing Brazil's public-health system - which 80 per cent of Brazil's 200 million people rely on exclusively for medical care - remains unmet.

Among the effects of a drop in spending in that sector, the number of hospital beds nationwide has declined by 34,000 over the past eight years, according to the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM), the agency tasked with professional regulation and medical licensing in Brazil.

As Ferreira da Silva sees it, all that's left for the poor is the worst of the worst. 
&nbsp;

Rightist Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was discharged here Wednesday from one of Latin America's premier hospitals after being hospitalized for 17 days following a colostomy reversal and receiving a level of treatment that is inaccessible to most of his countrymen.

Rightist Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was discharged here Wednesday from one of Latin America's premier hospitals after being hospitalized for 17 days following a colostomy reversal and receiving a level of treatment that is inaccessible to most of his countrymen. The 63-year-old Bolsonaro had been recovering at Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital from an operation to remove a colostomy bag, which was inserted after he was stabbed in the abdomen in September during a campaign rally in the southeastern state of Minas Gerais. Bolsonaro has undergone three successful surgeries since the near-fatal attack, including the January 27 colostomy reversal, but his latest hospital stay had to be lengthened because he was diagnosed last week with pneumonia and needed an increased dose of antibiotics. On Wednesday, he said on Twitter while travelling by plane from Sao Paulo to Brasilia that the risk of death from September 6, 2018, stabbing can finally be definitively ruled out. "I can only thank God and everyone that I'll finally be able to get back to work as normal," Bolsonaro added. Shortly after the attack, which occurred just weeks before he was elected, the then-candidate underwent a surgical procedure (colostomy) in which one end of the colon (large intestine) is diverted through an incision in the abdominal wall. This creates a stoma (opening in the skin) where a pouch for collecting faeces is attached. In Bolsonaro's case, that procedure was necessary for the wake of the stabbing to avoid complications in the region where the initial emergency surgery was performed. The colostomy reversal is a procedure that reverses the colostomy process and re-establishes the flow of waste through the gastrointestinal tract. In comments last weekend on social media from his specially prepared hospital room at one of the region's most exclusive medical centres, Bolsonaro was the first to acknowledge his privileged situation. "We know that few people could have treatment like this, but we're fully aware that our SUS (Brazil's publicly funded health-care system) can improve a great deal. We'll do everything possible to make that a reality," Bolsonaro said Sunday in a video uploaded to his Twitter account. According to the medical institution, the Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital was born out of a "meeting of friends" in 1955 in which Dr Manoel Tabacow Hidal proposed that a hospital is founded as a gesture of thanks to Brazilians for welcoming Jewish immigrants after World War II. Located in the upscale Morumbi neighbourhood on Sao Paulo's west side, the list of former patients also includes soccer legend Pepe and other prominent Brazilians. Its main competitor is Sao Paulo-based Hospital Sirio-Libanes, a private facility known as the "hospital of the powerful" where three ex-presidents, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Dilma Rousseff and Michel Temer, have received treatment. The reality for these individuals is very different from that of many Brazilians forced to rely on an overcrowded and deficient public-health system. For those with only basic coverage, the wait for a colostomy reversal, for example, can be more than a year. That has been the experience of 64-year-old Isaque Ferreira da Silva, who has been forced to wear a colostomy bag for 14 months. He underwent emergency surgery at a public hospital in Sao Paulo in December 2017 after doctors detected a bowel perforation. A colostomy was performed and he still has the colostomy bag attached to his body. "I have to do a test first and until I do that test I can't have the surgery" to reverse the colostomy, Ferreira da Silva, who still is able to work part-time as an electrician or a plumber, told EFE. His problem - one that reflects the precarious state of Brazil's public health system - is that the machine needed for his pre-surgery colonoscopy was broken nearly all of last year. "In a private hospital, those exams cost 870 reais (roughly $230). I don't have that kind of money, not to do that test," said Ferreira da Silva, who has not worked full-time for a year because the risk of possible damage to the colostomy bag prevents him from lifting anything heavy. Sources with Brazil's public-health system confirmed to EFE that there can be a significant wait for a colostomy reversal because more urgent cases take priority. It is recommended that surgery for the removal of the colostomy bag, which must be emptied daily and changed once a week on average, be performed three months after the colostomy if the patient is in optimal condition to undergo the procedure. More than 30 years after SUS was created in 1988, the challenge of efficiently financing Brazil's public-health system - which 80 per cent of Brazil's 200 million people rely on exclusively for medical care - remains unmet. Among the effects of a drop in spending in that sector, the number of hospital beds nationwide has declined by 34,000 over the past eight years, according to the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM), the agency tasked with professional regulation and medical licensing in Brazil. As Ferreira da Silva sees it, all that's left for the poor is the worst of the worst.

President Jair Bolsonaro's elite level of medical care inaccessible to most Brazilians

Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro said in a video released Friday that he expects to leave the hospital before the end of the month after he was stabbed in the abdomen two weeks ago.

"I've never felt so happy and good in my life. Many thanks to you all. By the end of the month, God willing, I'll be discharged," said the 63-year-old ex-army captain in a video released on Facebook.

He has been leading opinion polls ahead of the October 7 first election round ever since jailed leftist former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was barred from standing due to his corruption conviction.

"We're returning, together, to make Brazil a great nation," Bolsonaro added in a message eerily similar to US President Donald Trump's "Make America Great Again" catchphrase.

Bolsonaro underwent two operations and has been in the hospital since September 6 when he was stabbed by a left-wing activist while campaigning in southern Brazil.

In the latest Datafolha opinion poll released Wednesday, he tabled 28 per cent of the vote, with Lula's replacement and Workers' Party candidate Fernando Haddad second at 16 per cent.

Although they are the leading candidates, Bolsonaro and Haddad are also the two most hated amongst the 13 presidential runners and engender the highest rejection rates.

Bolsonaro has been heavily criticized by detractors over controversial comments many deemed racist, sexist and homophobic, while he has also spoken admiringly about the 1964-85 military dictatorship's use of torture.

But his supporters laud his tough stance on crime and he is seen as a market-friendly candidate. 
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Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro said in a video released Friday that he expects to leave the hospital before the end of the month after he was stabbed in the abdomen two weeks ago.

Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro said in a video released Friday that he expects to leave the hospital before the end of the month after he was stabbed in the abdomen two weeks ago. "I've never felt so happy and good in my life. Many thanks to you all. By the end of the month, God willing, I'll be discharged," said the 63-year-old ex-army captain in a video released on Facebook. He has been leading opinion polls ahead of the October 7 first election round ever since jailed leftist former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was barred from standing due to his corruption conviction. "We're returning, together, to make Brazil a great nation," Bolsonaro added in a message eerily similar to US President Donald Trump's "Make America Great Again" catchphrase. Bolsonaro underwent two operations and has been in the hospital since September 6 when he was stabbed by a left-wing activist while campaigning in southern Brazil. In the latest Datafolha opinion poll released Wednesday, he tabled 28 per cent of the vote, with Lula's replacement and Workers' Party candidate Fernando Haddad second at 16 per cent. Although they are the leading candidates, Bolsonaro and Haddad are also the two most hated amongst the 13 presidential runners and engender the highest rejection rates. Bolsonaro has been heavily criticized by detractors over controversial comments many deemed racist, sexist and homophobic, while he has also spoken admiringly about the 1964-85 military dictatorship's use of torture. But his supporters laud his tough stance on crime and he is seen as a market-friendly candidate.

Brazil presidential candidate expects to leave hospital by month's end

Brazilian Tennis star Maria Bueno breathed her last on Friday after losing her battle to mouth cancer. She was 78.

Bueno won 19 major titles during her career in the 1950s and 60s, including three Wimbledon singles titles and four US championships.

Her career was shortened by elbow problems, which she blamed on the heavy wooden rackets of the time.

Brazilian President Michel Temer paid tributes to the star, tweeting that she would be remembered as "the number one of tennis in the hearts of all Brazilians".

Born in the city of Sao Paulo, Maria Esther Bueno made history as the first South American woman to win the Wimbledon singles title.

She went on to win the Wimbledon doubles that same year alongside American Althea Gibson.

Her career was shortened by elbow problems, which she blamed on the heavy wooden rackets of the time.

Brazilian Tennis star Maria Bueno breathed her last on Friday after losing her battle to mouth cancer. She was 78. Bueno won 19 major titles during her career in the 1950s and 60s, including three Wimbledon singles titles and four US championships. Her career was shortened by elbow problems, which she blamed on the heavy wooden rackets of the time. Brazilian President Michel Temer paid tributes to the star, tweeting that she would be remembered as "the number one of tennis in the hearts of all Brazilians". Born in the city of Sao Paulo, Maria Esther Bueno made history as the first South American woman to win the Wimbledon singles title. She went on to win the Wimbledon doubles that same year alongside American Althea Gibson.

'19 Grand Slam title' winner Maria Bueno passes away

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