US revokes visa of Brazilian ambassador amid diplomatic tensions
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US State Department, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti
Washington D.C., USA / Brasilia, Brazil
August 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/5/2026, 5:20:32 AM
The US revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, citing delays in diplomatic approvals. The move follows Brazil's delay in approving the US ambassador nominee and denial of visas to American diplomats. The State Department clarified this is not an expulsion but a reciprocal measure.
- Earlier version 18/5/2026, 5:00:28 AM
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