The U.S. State Department revoked the visa of Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, the Brazilian ambassador to the United States, on August 5, 2026, due to ongoing tensions between the two governments. In response, the office of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva issued a statement expressing its disapproval of the State Department's decision.
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US Revokes Visa of Brazilian Ambassador Amid Diplomatic Tensions
The U.S. State Department revoked the visa of Brazilian Ambassador Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti on August 5, 2026, amid diplomatic tensions. The Brazilian government, led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, condemned the decision in an official statement.
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