Brazil’s government accused Argentine President Javier Milei of attempting to interfere in Brazil’s presidential runoff after he suggested Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva might steal the election. The foreign ministry made the accusation on Oct. 20, calling Milei’s remarks an unacceptable attempt to interfere ahead of Sunday’s vote.
WHO:Brazil’s government and foreign ministry
WHAT:Accused Argentine President Javier Milei of attempting to interfere in Brazil’s presidential runoff.
WHEN:Oct 20, 2026
WHERE:Brazil
WHY:Brazil’s government responded to Milei’s suggestion that Lula might steal the election.
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