Argentinian leader calls Brazilian president a 'thief' and a 'convict'
Summary
Argentina’s leader, Javier Milei, insulted Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, calling him a "thief" and a "convict" during a rally in Brazil. In response, Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina, and President Lula said he would continue to lead without interference from other countries.Key Facts
- Javier Milei is Argentina’s leader and spoke at a rally in São Paulo, Brazil.
- Milei criticized Brazil's President Lula without saying his name directly.
- Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina after Milei's remarks.
- President Lula said Brazil does not accept outside interference in its affairs.
- The rally was for Flávio Bolsonaro, a right-wing candidate and son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to over 27 years in prison for trying to stay in power after losing an election.
- Lula was previously jailed for corruption but his convictions were cancelled by Brazil's Supreme Court.
- Lula narrowly won the presidential election in 2022 against Jair Bolsonaro.
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