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Trump and His Lies, Tax Wars: Brazil and the World Were Taxed

  Brazil's trade deficit with the United States: an unequal relationship: Despite being one of the largest economies in Latin America, Brazil maintains an unbalanced trade balance with the United States. According to data released by O Globo, in 2024 Brazil imported about $ 44 billion in American products, while Brazilian exports to the US added only $ 42 billion. That is, the country closed the year with a commercial deficit of approximately $ 2 billion.   This result puts Brazil among the few business partners that maintain an unfavorable relationship with the United States. In practical terms, it means that Brazil buys more than it can sell to the US market, something that aggravates external dependence and reduces the competitiveness of national industry.   In addition, the deficit occurs even in sectors where Brazil has export tradition, such as agribusiness and mining. Factors such as technical barriers, sanitary requirements and, especially, Trump's tariff wars...
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Israel: Rising Tensions in the Middle East Lead Israel to Close Its Embassy in Brazil for Security Concerns


 Amid the worsening conflict between Israel and Iran, the Israeli government announced this Friday (4) the temporary closure of its embassy in Brasília and consulates in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro for "security reasons".                                                                                                                  The decision comes after a dramatic escalation in hostilities between the two countries, with mutual attacks recorded in recent weeks and a global alert issued by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs about possible terrorist threats against its diplomatic representations abroad.                                                                                             The closure of the embassy is part of a broader measure that affects several Israeli diplomatic missions around the world, especially in countries where there is a greater risk of acts of violence or radicalization motivated by the current geopolitical situation. Embassy staff in Brasília were evacuated and followed instructions to work remotely until further notice. Consular services were suspended, except for emergency cases.                                                                                                                          The decision was made after a series of coor           dinated attacks in the Persian Gulf region, including the launch of drones and ballistic missiles by militias allied with Iran against Israeli targets. Last Thursday (3), the Israeli Army intercepted what it described as "a significant attack" originating from Iranian territory, reinforcing instructions already raised since the beginning of the year, when Israel accused Iran of directly sending advanced weapons to the terrorist group Hezbollah in Lebanon.                                                                           

In response, Israel carried out airstrikes on several facilities in southwest Iran, including near the city of Isfahan, the country's nuclear center. These attacks were confirmed by international sources and generated condemnation from the international community, especially from members of the United Nations (UN), who called for restraint and urgent dialogue. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian classified the Israeli attacks as a "blatant act of war" and promised retaliation "at an appropriate time and place". 


Analysts assess that the situation could evolve into even more serious confrontations, with the potential to involve other countries in the region, such as Yemen, Syria and even US forces, which maintain a strong military presence in the Persian Gulf. In Brazil, the decision to close the embassy was officially communicated to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday afternoon. The Brazilian government stated that it was aware of the measure and stressed that it is available to guarantee the security of Israeli interests in the country while the embassy remains closed. 


 There is no forecast for the reopening of diplomatic posts. “We understand the gravity of the international situation and reaffirm our commitment to the protection of all foreign representatives in the country,” said the spokesperson for the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in an official statement. 


The closure also affects essential consular services, such as issuing visas, passports and assistance to Israeli citizens residing in Brazil. Local authorities reported that they are in contact with Jewish and community representatives to monitor possible impacts of the decision on both security and the social climate in the country. In addition, demonstrations against Israel's actions have grown in Brazil in recent months, especially after the increase in military operations in the Gaza Strip. 

 Although mostly import-oriented, some protests have recorded isolated incidents near Israeli institutions, which may have contributed to the Israeli government's decision. Meanwhile, international organizations, including the UN and the Arab League, continue to try to mediate talks between the parties, but without much progress. 

   With the scenario increasingly polarized, analysts fear that any new incident could lead to a wider regional war, with severe humanitarian and economic consequences. As the world awaits developments, the closure of the Israeli embassy in Brazil symbolizes the global impact of the crisis in the Middle East and reinforces the need for an urgent diplomatic solution.

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