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PoliticsBrazil delays approval of US ambassador until after October election

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said he will wait until after October’s presidential election to decide whether to approve Daniel Perez as the US ambassador-designate. Lula questioned Washington’s announcement without formal Brazilian approval, amid accusations of interference and tensions over perceived US support for rival Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. He said Brazil still wants a constructive relationship and is not seeking confrontation.

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CCGTN★★★☆☆2026-08-15 00:27Original

Brazil delays approval of US ambassador until after October election
Brazil delays approval of US ambassador until after October electionPolitics