Brazil - Argentina diplomatic relations downgrade to 'Chargé d'Affaires'

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Brazil has downgraded its diplomatic relations with Argentina to the Chargé d'Affaires level. This move follows Argentine President Javier Milei's insult directed at Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, worsening bilateral ties.

Brasilia has requested the recall of Argentina’s ambassador and reduced diplomatic representation to Charge d'Affaires level as Argentine President Javier Milei called President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva a thief.