Asked by Israeli ambassador to condemn Hamas's mass killings, Gustavo Petro tweets: 'Terrorism is killing innocent children, whether in Colombia or Palestine'

Brazil, which chairs council, pans Gazan attack on Israel; Israel's UN envoy lays blame on Iran for funding, directing terror group

Amid demonstration by pro-Palestinian activists, security at State University of Campinas escort out representatives from four of Israel's top institutions of higher learning

Israel and US condemn Brazil for hosting the vessels, saying it was a 'prize' for Tehran that is looking to challenge the West; Biden administration sanctions both ships

Report says newly inaugurated President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has vowed more 'balanced and traditional' approach to Mideast conflict than pro-Israel predecessor

Embassy stages food festival, fashion show; 'Our two peoples have nurtured a close relationship,' ambassador says

Brazilian president congratulates Israeli PM on formation of new government; they agree to continue cooperation 'to deepen bilateral ties and cooperation in a range of areas'

Brazil, Albania, Ghana and Gabon also chosen for a two-year term on council; For Israel, UAE, which signed peace deal with Jerusalem last year, a welcome replacement for Tunisia

Brazilian delegation including foreign minister, president's son meets Israeli officials in Jerusalem to discuss 'the fight against coronavirus'

Brazil's Ernesto Araujo meets with Gabi Ashkenazi in Jerusalem on Israeli-developed nasal spray treatment; the two also discuss ICC war crimes probe, Iran