Brazilian President Lula da Silva has warned President Trump against interfering in October's presidential election. The message comes as US criticism of Brazil's courts, newly imposed tariffs, and terrorist designations for Brazilian drug trafficking groups have strained relations between the two countries. According to France 24, the exchange reflects deepening tensions over trade, judiciary independence, and US influence in the region.

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