Why has Brazil accused the US of election interference?

Brazil election campaign

In Brazil’s upcoming presidential election, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva faces a right‑wing challenger, Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro and an ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Washington has backed closer ties with Brazil’s right wing, while Lula has accused Bolsonaro’s camp of encouraging foreign interference.

The election has raised questions about U.S. influence, trade tariffs, organised crime and Brazil’s sovereignty.

The BBC’s Ione Wells explains the backdrop and implications of the clash for Brazil and the wider world.

Source: BBC