Lula wins Brazil election but faces uphill battle to govern
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's narrow election victory on Sunday has dealt a blow to Brazil's far right, but deep political divisions remain.
France 24 reports: Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's narrow election victory on Sunday has dealt a blow to Brazil's far right, but deep political divisions remain.
The newly re-elected president must tackle economic and security concerns at home while navigating international tensions with US President Donald Trump.
This world story centres on Brazil. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Luiz Inacio Lula, Silva and US President Donald Trump.
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- Luiz Inacio Lula, Silva, US President Donald Trump
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