It's an old saying, age is just a number. And when it comes to politics, experience appears to be a major currency. Because around the world, a generation of leaders is proving that political influence only grows stronger with time.&nbsp;From presidents in their eighties to political veterans who have spent decades at the heart of power, the world is seeing the rise of what could be called the ‘80s BRIGADE’.&nbsp;&nbsp;Leaders above the age of 80 who continue to dominate politics.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brazil's President Lula is the latest major name in this.&nbsp;At 80, Lula has launched his campaign for a historic fourth presidential term.&nbsp;&nbsp;Returning to the industrial city where his political journey began nearly half a century ago, Lula addressed his supporters and made it clear that he remains determined to shape Brazil's political future ahead of October's presidential election.&nbsp;&nbsp;And Lula is far from alone.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has already rewritten the age record in American politics. At 78, he became the oldest person ever elected US president when he won the 2024 election surpassing Joe Biden's previous record. And now, Trump is fuelling speculation that he may not be ready to leave the White House yet.

&nbsp;In a recent Truth Social post, he shared an image referencing 'TRUMP 2028' along with the message, 'We are going to win.'The post has reignited questions about whether Trump could seek another term in 2028 even though the 22ND Amendment limits a US president to two elected terms.&nbsp;Then there is Cameroon's Paul Biya.At 93, he remains the world's oldest serving head of state.After decades at the helm, Biya secured another presidential term last year, extending one of the longest political careers in modern history.&nbsp;India, too, has its own formidable political veterans.Farooq Abdullah and Mallikarjun Kharge have remained active in high-stakes electoral and party politics well into their eighties, drawing on decades of political experience.And they are not alone.&nbsp;Sharad Pawar, at 85, remains a key figure in Maharashtra politics, while former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, now in his nineties, continues to remain involved in political affairs.&nbsp;So, different countries, different political systems, but one common thread longevity is increasingly becoming a feature of global politics.&nbsp;From Lula to Biya, from India's veteran leaders to the oldest presidents in modern political history, the 80s Brigade is making one thing clear: advancing age has not meant stepping aside.Instead, it has brought years of experience and a deep understanding of political affairs to the forefront.&nbsp;&nbsp;

From presidents in their eighties to political veterans who have spent decades at the heart of power, the world is seeing the rise of what could be called the ‘80s BRIGADE’. Brazil’s President Lula is the latest major name in this. At 80, Lula has launched campaign for a historic fourth term.

It's an old saying, age is just a number. And when it comes to politics, experience appears to be a major currency. Because around the world, a generation of leaders is proving that political influence only grows stronger with time. From presidents in their eighties to political veterans who have spent decades at the heart of power, the world is seeing the rise of what could be called the ‘80s BRIGADE’. Leaders above the age of 80 who continue to dominate politics. Brazil's President Lula is the latest major name in this. At 80, Lula has launched his campaign for a historic fourth presidential term. Returning to the industrial city where his political journey began nearly half a century ago, Lula addressed his supporters and made it clear that he remains determined to shape Brazil's political future ahead of October's presidential election. And Lula is far from alone.

From presidents in their eighties to political veterans who have spent decades at the heart of power, the world is seeing the rise of what could be called the ‘80s BRIGADE’. Brazil’s President Lula is the latest major name in this. At 80, Lula has launched campaign for a historic fourth term.

The 80s brigade across the world | Gravitas

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Oct 26) said that in his upcoming meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, he could work out some deals between the two nations. He said that the two nations "should make good deals for both countries". Meanwhile, the Brazilian president also echoed Trump's sentiments and, in a statement, said that there was "no reason" for a conflict between Brazil and the US, and also revealed that he had an "agenda to discuss with Trump in writing". The leaders were speaking ahead of their meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. The meeting comes as the two leaders seek to repair their relationship. Earlier, talking to reporters on board Air Force One, Trump had hinted at being open to reducing tariffs against Brazil “Under the right circumstances.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-m-watching-trump-sets-48-hour-deadline-for-hamas-to-return-remains-of-israeli-hostages-1761457274377">'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages</a><h2>Trump tariffs and Brazil&nbsp;</h2>After his return to the White House this year, Trump has imposed high tariffs on a number of nations, including Brazil. In August, he increased the tariff on US imports of most Brazilian goods to 50 per cent from the earlier 10 per cent. At the time, the POTUS linked the move to what he labelled a "witch hunt" against the South American country's former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-s-mystery-130-million-donor-unmasked-as-reclusive-heir-timothy-mellon-meet-the-man-behind-the-money-1761446523123">Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked: Meet reclusive heir Timothy Mellon, the man behind the money</a>Lula, meanwhile, citing a $410 billion US trade surplus with Brazil over 15 years, had described the tariff hike as a “mistake”. According to a Reuters report, because of the higher American tariffs on Brazilian goods, the global beef market has undergone a transformation, with prices increasing in the US, and an upward trend in trade through Mexico. Meanwhile, Brazil's sales to China have kept growing.

President Donald Trump said he could strike “good deals for both countries” during his meeting with Brazil’s President Lula da Silva. Lula said there’s “no reason for conflict” with the US and confirmed he has a written agenda ready for talks.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Oct 26) said that in his upcoming meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, he could work out some deals between the two nations. He said that the two nations "should make good deals for both countries". Meanwhile, the Brazilian president also echoed Trump's sentiments and, in a statement, said that there was "no reason" for a conflict between Brazil and the US, and also revealed that he had an "agenda to discuss with Trump in writing". The leaders were speaking ahead of their meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. The meeting comes as the two leaders seek to repair their relationship. Earlier, talking to reporters on board Air Force One, Trump had hinted at being open to reducing tariffs against Brazil “Under the right circumstances.” Also read | 'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages Trump tariffs and Brazil After his return to the White House this year, Trump has imposed high tariffs on a number of nations, including Brazil. In August, he increased the tariff on US imports of most Brazilian goods to 50 per cent from the earlier 10 per cent. At the time, the POTUS linked the move to what he labelled a "witch hunt" against the South American country's former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro. Also read | Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked: Meet reclusive heir Timothy Mellon, the man behind the money Lula, meanwhile, citing a $410 billion US trade surplus with Brazil over 15 years, had described the tariff hike as a “mistake”. According to a Reuters report, because of the higher American tariffs on Brazilian goods, the global beef market has undergone a transformation, with prices increasing in the US, and an upward trend in trade through Mexico. Meanwhile, Brazil's sales to China have kept growing.

President Donald Trump said he could strike “good deals for both countries” during his meeting with Brazil’s President Lula da Silva. Lula said there’s “no reason for conflict” with the US and confirmed he has a written agenda ready for talks.

Trump says US, Brazil can ‘make good deals for both countries’ ahead of Lula meet

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took a swipe Saturday at the United Nations and other multilateral institutions, saying they "stopped working" and failed to protect Gaza's war victims.Lula was speaking after meeting Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, ahead of a major regional summit where the Brazilian leader would likely meet US President Donald Trump."Who can accept the genocide that has been going on in the Gaza Strip for so long?" Lula told reporters after the bilateral meeting to deepen ties between the two nations."The multilateral institutions that were created to try to prevent these things from happening have stopped working. Today, the UN Security Council and the UN no longer function," Lula said.Lula also appeared to take a swipe at Trump, saying "for a leader, walking with their head held high is more important than a Nobel Prize."Trump departed Washington Friday for Asia and high-stakes talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea on Thursday, the last day of his trip.But first, the US president is expected to witness the signing of a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia on Sunday, which he -- in part -- helped to broker.The White House lashed out this month at the Norwegian Nobel Committee after it awarded the peace prize to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and overlooked Trump.Since returning to the White House for his second term in January, Trump had repeatedly insisted that he deserved the Nobel for his role in resolving numerous conflicts -- a claim observers say is broadly exaggerated.Meanwhile, Trump and Lula have begun to patch up their differences after months of bad blood over the trial and conviction of Trump's ally, the far-right former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro.Trump has instituted a 50 per cent tariff on many Brazilian products and imposed sanctions on several top officials, including a top Supreme Court judge, to punish Brazil for what he termed a "witch hunt" against Bolsonaro.Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Bolsonaro in September to 27 years in prison for his role in a botched coup bid after his 2022 election loss to Lula.But relations between Trump and Lula began to thaw when the two 79-year-old leaders had a brief meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September.They then spoke by phone on October 6 and first raised the possibility of meeting at the ASEAN summit.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday slammed the UN and global institutions for "failing to stop genocide" in Gaza, saying they have "stopped working."

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took a swipe Saturday at the United Nations and other multilateral institutions, saying they "stopped working" and failed to protect Gaza's war victims. Lula was speaking after meeting Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, ahead of a major regional summit where the Brazilian leader would likely meet US President Donald Trump. "Who can accept the genocide that has been going on in the Gaza Strip for so long?" Lula told reporters after the bilateral meeting to deepen ties between the two nations. "The multilateral institutions that were created to try to prevent these things from happening have stopped working. Today, the UN Security Council and the UN no longer function," Lula said. Lula also appeared to take a swipe at Trump, saying "for a leader, walking with their head held high is more important than a Nobel Prize." Trump departed Washington Friday for Asia and high-stakes talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea on Thursday, the last day of his trip. But first, the US president is expected to witness the signing of a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia on Sunday, which he -- in part -- helped to broker. The White House lashed out this month at the Norwegian Nobel Committee after it awarded the peace prize to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and overlooked Trump. Since returning to the White House for his second term in January, Trump had repeatedly insisted that he deserved the Nobel for his role in resolving numerous conflicts -- a claim observers say is broadly exaggerated. Meanwhile, Trump and Lula have begun to patch up their differences after months of bad blood over the trial and conviction of Trump's ally, the far-right former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro. Trump has instituted a 50 per cent tariff on many Brazilian products and imposed sanctions on several top officials, including a top Supreme Court judge, to punish Brazil for what he termed a "witch hunt" against Bolsonaro. Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Bolsonaro in September to 27 years in prison for his role in a botched coup bid after his 2022 election loss to Lula. But relations between Trump and Lula began to thaw when the two 79-year-old leaders had a brief meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September. They then spoke by phone on October 6 and first raised the possibility of meeting at the ASEAN summit. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday slammed the UN and global institutions for "failing to stop genocide" in Gaza, saying they have "stopped working."

UN 'stopped working’: Lula blasts multilateral bodies over Gaza conflict

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 31) imposed steep new tariffs on Brazil and sanctioned a top judge overseeing the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro, accusing the Brazilian government of political persecution.<h2>Judge sanctioned over Bolsonaro coup case</h2>Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian products, citing human rights violations and political bias against his ally Bolsonaro. The new tariffs include a 40% increase on top of existing duties and will take effect in seven days. Certain key Brazilian exports, such as planes, Brazil nuts, orange juice, and some metals, have been excluded.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-have-oil-partnership-with-pakistan-trump-says-washington-to-help-develop-islamabad-s-massive-oil-reserves-1753909702771">US to have oil partnership with Pakistan? Trump says Washington to help develop Islamabad's ‘massive oil reserves’</a>Alongside the tariffs, the US Treasury also imposed sanctions on Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The judge has been a central figure in the prosecution of Bolsonaro, who is facing charges for allegedly attempting a coup after losing the 2022 election to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.<h2>White House defends ‘human rights’ move</h2>The White House issued a fact sheet saying the tariffs and sanctions were a response to Brazil’s “politically motivated persecution, intimidation, harassment, censorship, and prosecution” of Bolsonaro and his supporters. The document added that these actions were harming US businesses, free speech rights, and American foreign policy. “Moraes has taken it upon himself to be judge and jury in an unlawful witch hunt,” US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also accused Moraes of “serious human rights abuses” and “arbitrary detention.”Judge Moraes has long been a controversial figure in Brazil. During the 2022 election campaign, he took aggressive steps to counter disinformation on social media. At one point, he even ordered the temporary suspension of Elon Musk’s X platform&nbsp;in&nbsp;Brazil.<h2>Brazil hits back at US intervention</h2>In an interview with the New York Times, Brazilian President Lula said, “There’s no reason to be afraid. I am worried, obviously, because we have economic interests, political interests, technological interests. But at no point will Brazil negotiate as if it were a small country up against a big country. Brazil will negotiate as a sovereign country.”He added, “In politics between two states, the will of neither should prevail. We always need to find the middle ground. This is achieved not by puffing out your chest and shouting about things you can’t deliver, nor by bowing your head and simply saying ‘amen’ to whatever the United States wants.”Brazil’s Attorney General Jorge Messias condemned the sanctions as “arbitrary” and a “serious attack” on national sovereignty. President Lula had earlier described Trump’s threats as “unacceptable blackmail.”While Brasilia has yet to officially respond to the tariffs, it has made it clear that the trial against Bolsonaro will proceed. The former president is facing up to 40 years in prison for his alleged role in plotting to arrest or assassinate political rivals, including Lula and Moraes.<h2>Bolsonaro’s allies celebrate US pressure</h2>Bolsonaro’s son, Eduardo, welcomed the US sanctions, saying on X, “This is not about revenge, it’s about justice.” He called it a message that “abuses of authority now have global consequences.”&nbsp;

President Trump imposed steep new tariffs on Brazil and sanctioned Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, accusing Brazil of persecuting Bolsonaro.

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 31) imposed steep new tariffs on Brazil and sanctioned a top judge overseeing the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro, accusing the Brazilian government of political persecution. Judge sanctioned over Bolsonaro coup case Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian products, citing human rights violations and political bias against his ally Bolsonaro. The new tariffs include a 40% increase on top of existing duties and will take effect in seven days. Certain key Brazilian exports, such as planes, Brazil nuts, orange juice, and some metals, have been excluded. Also read: US to have oil partnership with Pakistan? Trump says Washington to help develop Islamabad's ‘massive oil reserves’ Alongside the tariffs, the US Treasury also imposed sanctions on Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The judge has been a central figure in the prosecution of Bolsonaro, who is facing charges for allegedly attempting a coup after losing the 2022 election to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. White House defends ‘human rights’ move The White House issued a fact sheet saying the tariffs and sanctions were a response to Brazil’s “politically motivated persecution, intimidation, harassment, censorship, and prosecution” of Bolsonaro and his supporters. The document added that these actions were harming US businesses, free speech rights, and American foreign policy. “Moraes has taken it upon himself to be judge and jury in an unlawful witch hunt,” US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also accused Moraes of “serious human rights abuses” and “arbitrary detention.” Judge Moraes has long been a controversial figure in Brazil. During the 2022 election campaign, he took aggressive steps to counter disinformation on social media. At one point, he even ordered the temporary suspension of Elon Musk’s X platform in Brazil. Brazil hits back at US intervention In an interview with the New York Times, Brazilian President Lula said, “There’s no reason to be afraid. I am worried, obviously, because we have economic interests, political interests, technological interests. But at no point will Brazil negotiate as if it were a small country up against a big country. Brazil will negotiate as a sovereign country.” He added, “In politics between two states, the will of neither should prevail. We always need to find the middle ground. This is achieved not by puffing out your chest and shouting about things you can’t deliver, nor by bowing your head and simply saying ‘amen’ to whatever the United States wants.” Brazil’s Attorney General Jorge Messias condemned the sanctions as “arbitrary” and a “serious attack” on national sovereignty. President Lula had earlier described Trump’s threats as “unacceptable blackmail.” While Brasilia has yet to officially respond to the tariffs, it has made it clear that the trial against Bolsonaro will proceed. The former president is facing up to 40 years in prison for his alleged role in plotting to arrest or assassinate political rivals, including Lula and Moraes. Bolsonaro’s allies celebrate US pressure Bolsonaro’s son, Eduardo, welcomed the US sanctions, saying on X, “This is not about revenge, it’s about justice.” He called it a message that “abuses of authority now have global consequences.”

President Trump imposed steep new tariffs on Brazil and sanctioned Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, accusing Brazil of persecuting Bolsonaro.

'No reason to be afraid': Trump hits Brazil with 50% tariffs and sanctions judge in Bolsonaro coup trial; Lula responds

The death toll after heavy rains which led to floods in southern Brazil rose to at least 78, said local authorities on Sunday (May 5), as they scrambled to rescue people from what is being called the region’s largest-ever climate catastrophe.

<h2>Death toll rises to 78</h2>

The floods triggered by torrential rain in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul have killed at least 78 people&nbsp;so far.&nbsp;According to local authorities, this number could rise as around 105 people have been reported missing as of Sunday, up from 70 the prior day.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Brazil floods: Heavy rains lash Southern state of Rio Grande Do Su

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The state civil defence authority also said it is investigating whether another four deaths were related to the storms. More than 115,000 people have reportedly been displaced due to the widespread flooding.&nbsp;

The rains also triggered landslides, leading to the partial collapse of a dam at a small hydroelectric power plant. &nbsp;As of Sunday evening, more than 400,000 people were left without power and nearly a third of the state’s population was without water, according to the local authorities.&nbsp;

In Porto Alegre, the capital of the state, residents reportedly stood on rooftops hoping to be rescued as others navigated the flooded streets in canoes or small boats.&nbsp;

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The Guaiba Lake&nbsp;in the state capital&nbsp;breached its banks, hitting the highest water level on record, according to local authorities.&nbsp;

Over 3,000 soldiers, firefighters and other rescuers were trying to reach residents who were trapped in their homes without water or electricity. The army personnel also set up field hospitals for hundreds of patients who had to be evacuated from regular hospitals.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, civilians formed volunteer groups to gather basic supplies like life jackets and water. Some volunteers also used boats and jet skis&nbsp;and even swam to help in ongoing rescue efforts.&nbsp;

<h2>‘It is a war scenario’</h2>

“It is a war scenario, and will need post-war measures,” said state governor Eduardo Leite, flanked by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Lula arrived in Rio Grande do Sul on Sunday morning with most members of his cabinet to discuss rescue and reconstruction efforts with local authorities.

“Bureaucracy will not stand in our way, stopping us from recovering the state’s greatness,” said the Brazilian president.&nbsp;

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In addition to Porto Alegre, around 341 towns and villages in the state have been hit by the flooding. The international airport in the state capital suspended all flights on Friday, with its runways underwater.

<h2>Climate change and El Nino effect</h2>

Climatologist Francisco Eliseu Aquino called the situation in Rio Grande do Sul a "disastrous cocktail” of climate change and the El Nino effect.&nbsp;

“Rio Grande do Sul has always been a meeting point between tropical and polar air masses,” Aquino told AFP, adding that these “interactions intensified with climate change” and created “a disastrous cocktail that makes the atmosphere more unstable and encourages storms.”

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The death toll after heavy rains which led to floods in southern Brazil rose to at least 78, said local authorities on Sunday (May 5), as they scrambled to rescue people from what is being called the region’s largest-ever climate catastrophe.

The death toll after heavy rains which led to floods in southern Brazil rose to at least 78, said local authorities on Sunday (May 5), as they scrambled to rescue people from what is being called the region’s largest-ever climate catastrophe. Death toll rises to 78 The floods triggered by torrential rain in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul have killed at least 78 people so far. According to local authorities, this number could rise as around 105 people have been reported missing as of Sunday, up from 70 the prior day. WATCH | Brazil floods: Heavy rains lash Southern state of Rio Grande Do Su The state civil defence authority also said it is investigating whether another four deaths were related to the storms. More than 115,000 people have reportedly been displaced due to the widespread flooding. The rains also triggered landslides, leading to the partial collapse of a dam at a small hydroelectric power plant. As of Sunday evening, more than 400,000 people were left without power and nearly a third of the state’s population was without water, according to the local authorities. In Porto Alegre, the capital of the state, residents reportedly stood on rooftops hoping to be rescued as others navigated the flooded streets in canoes or small boats. Also Read | Brazil floods: Nearly 70,000 forced from homes, death toll at 57 The Guaiba Lake in the state capital breached its banks, hitting the highest water level on record, according to local authorities. Over 3,000 soldiers, firefighters and other rescuers were trying to reach residents who were trapped in their homes without water or electricity. The army personnel also set up field hospitals for hundreds of patients who had to be evacuated from regular hospitals. Meanwhile, civilians formed volunteer groups to gather basic supplies like life jackets and water. Some volunteers also used boats and jet skis and even swam to help in ongoing rescue efforts. ‘It is a war scenario’ “It is a war scenario, and will need post-war measures,” said state governor Eduardo Leite, flanked by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Lula arrived in Rio Grande do Sul on Sunday morning with most members of his cabinet to discuss rescue and reconstruction efforts with local authorities. “Bureaucracy will not stand in our way, stopping us from recovering the state’s greatness,” said the Brazilian president. Also Read | Hamas official says Cairo truce meeting ends, delegation to leave for Doha In addition to Porto Alegre, around 341 towns and villages in the state have been hit by the flooding. The international airport in the state capital suspended all flights on Friday, with its runways underwater. Climate change and El Nino effect Climatologist Francisco Eliseu Aquino called the situation in Rio Grande do Sul a "disastrous cocktail” of climate change and the El Nino effect. “Rio Grande do Sul has always been a meeting point between tropical and polar air masses,” Aquino told AFP, adding that these “interactions intensified with climate change” and created “a disastrous cocktail that makes the atmosphere more unstable and encourages storms.” (With inputs from agencies)

Death toll in Brazil floods rises to 78, more than 115,000 displaced

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