Argentine leader calls Brazilian president a 'thief' and a 'convict'

Argentine leader Javier Milei has sparked controversy by labeling Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva a "thief" and a "convict" during a campaign rally. Milei's remarks were made in support of right-wing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, who is running against Lula. The comments reflect the increasingly tense relationship between Argentina and Brazil, as well as the polarized politics in the region. Milei's statement is likely to escalate tensions between the two countries.

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