MAP shows where more than 52 thousand Brazilians live in countries involved in the escalation between the USA, Israel and Iran

Attacks on Iran: images show the 2nd day of the conflict in the Middle East The United States and Israel carried out a coordinated attack against Iran over the weekend, with bombings in Tehran and other cities in the country. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s political and religious leader, and other high-ranking officials were killed in the attacks. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones against Israel and attacked countries where US bases are located, such as Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. 📱Download the g1 app to see news in real time and for free Data from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicate that 52,545 Brazilian residents live in countries involved in the escalation of the conflict — a number that does not include any tourists or people on temporary trips. The largest Brazilian community is in Lebanon, with 22,000 people. Next come Israel (14,000), United Arab Emirates (10,365 people), Jordan (3,500), Qatar (2,000), Bahrain (300), Kuwait (280) and Iraq (100). Version 1 – Map shows countries hit by attacks in the Middle East with the presence of Brazilians Editoria de Arte/g1 Over the weekend, the Brazilian government showed solidarity with the countries impacted by Iran’s retaliatory attacks and called for the interruption of military actions in the Gulf region. Former chancellor Celso Amorim said that the intensification of the conflict in the Middle East brings risks to the entire world. “We must prepare for the worst,” he said. According to columnist Ana Flor’s blog, the conflict also impacts the diplomatic agenda between Brazil and the United States. Government members believe that President Lula’s trip to Washington this month should be postponed because of the crisis. Despite public condemnation of the attacks, government sources claim that the dialogue between Lula and Donald Trump has not been broken and that the two maintain a direct conversation channel. The United Arab Emirates are among the countries with the largest presence of Brazilians in the affected region Pastors from Rio Claro experience moments of tension during a coordinated attack against Iran The United Arab Emirates are among the targets of Iranian retaliation for hosting bases with an American military presence. There is Dubai airport, one of the busiest in the world, with connections around the world. The city is also a luxury tourist destination. The country has 10,365 Brazilians. According to the World Bank, at least 74% of the local population is made up of migrants, and the UN classifies the country as one of those with a majority of residents born abroad. The Emirates are also among Brazil’s main trading partners among Arab countries. In 2024, Brazil exported US$4.5 billion to the country, an increase of 43.7% compared to 2023. Imports totaled US$898.6 million. Sugar, chicken meat and beef lead Brazilian exports, while oil is the main imported item. Diplomatic relations completed 50 years in 2024. Brazil has maintained an embassy in Abu Dhabi since 1978, and the Emirates opened its first embassy in Latin America in Brasília, in 1991. In 2023, President Lula visited the country twice, including participating in COP28, in Dubai. Jordan: political partner and regional hub Understand what led Israel and the USA to attack Iran Jordan is home to 3,500 Brazilians and was also impacted by Iranian attacks. Diplomatic relations between Brazil and Jordan date back to 1959, with the opening of the Brazilian legation in Amman. In 1984, both countries opened embassies in their respective capitals. Jordan is considered a relevant partner for Brazilian operations in the Middle East. The country plays a prominent role in the search for political solutions to regional conflicts and in welcoming refugees. Commercial exchange is traditionally a surplus for Brazil. In 2024, bilateral flow reached US$650.7 million, with Brazilian exports of US$540.3 million, mainly poultry meat, coffee and beef. Cooperation also involves defense, security and intelligence. Jordan is the only country in the Middle East in which Brazil maintains an intelligence and Federal Police attaché. Other affected countries Brazilians also live in Qatar (2,000), Bahrain (300), Kuwait (280) and Iraq (100), in addition to 85 in Iran itself, the direct target of the initial offensive by the United States and Israel. In total, the Middle East is home to 63,685 Brazilians, according to the most recent survey by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. With the death of the Iranian supreme leader and the US president’s promise that operations can continue for weeks, the conflict enters a phase of uncertainty. Smoke and dust rise after an Israeli attack on the southern suburbs of Beirut, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran and Lebanon. Mohamed Azakir/Reuters

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