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US and Australian consular services suspended in Brazil

Overview

The United States has suspended in-person consular services at its embassy in Brasília and consulates in Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo due to security concerns, transitioning staff to remote work. Following this, the Australian Embassy in Brasília also suspended in-person services, citing terrorism risks. In response, the Canadian government updated its travel advisory for Brazil, recommending caution and the avoidance of large gatherings ahead of upcoming elections.

The Brazilian Federal Police (Polícia Federal) have launched search and seizure operations in São Paulo and the Federal District to investigate a potential plot targeting U.S. diplomatic facilities. Working with foreign intelligence agencies, authorities have seized computers and mobile devices for forensic analysis. However, the Federal Police stated they have not yet identified suspects or found evidence confirming the specific security risks initially reported.

The sudden closures have caused concern within the Brazilian government. Some officials have expressed suspicion regarding the timing of these measures, which occur days before the presidential election, suggesting potential external interference. The Brazilian government maintains it was notified of the diplomatic closures in advance and is actively investigating the reported threats.

Entities

Brazil · United States · United States Department of State · Sophie Davies · Australian Embassy in Brasília

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Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 51 sources FAST-MOVING
    U.S. and Australia suspend diplomatic services in Brazil amid security concerns

    The U.S. and Australia have suspended in-person diplomatic services in Brazil due to security concerns. The Brazilian Federal Police are investigating a potential plot against U.S. facilities.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    US visa appointment system in Brazil limits rescheduling

    The US visa appointment system in Brazil now limits applicants to three cancellations or reschedulings. Exceeding this limit results in a permanent block that cannot be undone by applicants or support.

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