Brazilian Senate approved today, with 55 votes to 22, the political trial against the president Dilma Rousseff for a liability crime, which according to her defense lawyer, she never committed»
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Maranhao Retracts and Approves Impeachment against Dilma
Without any explanation, the acting president of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies, Waldir Maranhao, today revoked his decision to cancel the session during which the impeachment request against Dilma Rousseff was admitted»
Cuba Strongly Condemns Parliamentarian Coup in Brazil
This attempt against Brazilian democracy is part of a reactionary counteroffensive by the oligarchy and imperialism against Latin American integration»
Brazilian Court Annuls Cunha’s Coup Attempt, Politicians Say
The decision of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to change the rules of proceedings for the impeachment of President Dilma Rousseff, annulled the action of the leader of the Chamber of Deputies, Eduardo Cunha.»
Brazil Willing to Strengthen Relations with Cuba
Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira described in Havana the excellent state of relations between his country and Cuba and expressed the willingness to deepen and strengthen them.»
2016 Olympic Torch Scheduled to Travel 250 Brazilian Cities
The Organizing Committee of Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games announced that the Olympic torch will travel 250 Brazilian cities during 90-100 days, before the opening of the world event.»
Dilma Rousseff Sworn In for Second Term
Dilma Rousseff was sworn in Thursday for a second term as president of Brazil. In her inauguration speech she promised to continue fighting extreme poverty.»
Brazil Holds Presidential Elections
Brazil holds general elections this Sunday to choose a new president, state governors, federal and state representatives and one third of the senators.»
Poll Shows Brazilian President Rousseff in Comfortable Lead
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff consolidated her lead in the presidential race five days before the elections, according to a poll released late Tuesday.»
Uruguay Classifies into Last 16
Diego Godin scored with an 81st-minute header to secure a 1-0 win over Italy.»