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Argentina-Brazil Diplomatic Row Over Political Criticism

Recently, Argentine President Muelle publicly attacked Brazilian President Rousseff, sparking diplomatic disputes between the two countries. According to a report by the Brazilian G1 news website on July 29th, in response to Muelle's criticism of the Brazilian government, Rousseff said that he viewed Muelle's actions as a "farce", and he had no interest in arguing with Muelle on such issues.

On the 25th, Milene attended the national conference of the Brazilian Liberal Party in the southern Brazilian city of São Paulo. She publicly supported the presidential candidate of the Brazilian Liberal Party, Flavio Bolsonaro, and strongly criticized the Brazilian government led by Lula. She referred to the current Brazilian leaders as "criminals" and "thieves," and also attacked Judge Demoreis of the Brazilian Federal Supreme Court as a "bald-headed trash."

"When asked how to respond to Miley's remarks, Lu La responded sarcastically on the 27th: 'Who is this guy?'"

On the 29th, Lula spoke at the National Congress of the Brazilian Social Party, saying: "You have all seen the farce performed by the Argentine president here. I like the Argentine people. I won't argue with that guy; it's useless to be angry. I won't be angry. If he shows hostility, I will show kindness. If he shows hatred, I will show love."

Argentina-Brazil Diplomatic Row Over Political Criticism

Brazilian President Lula IC photo

The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recalled Brazil's Ambassador to Argentina, Betli, on the 26th, and also summoned Argentina's Ambassador to Brazil, Ramondi, to protest Millet's 'insulting' remarks towards the Brazilian government. Brazilian media pointed out that the Brazilian government's actions, including both recalling and summoning officials, indicate that Brazil is sending a more forceful message to Argentina.

Brazilian media reported that Milay's remarks have strained relations between Brazil and Argentina. These incidents reflect the current situation of political polarization in South America, with ideological differences beginning to directly affect diplomatic relations between governments of different countries.