Brazil's President Authorizes Armed Forces To Fight Amazon Fires

The video discusses the alarming rate of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest, highlighting over 72,000 fires since President Jair Bolsonaro took office. It explores Bolsonaro's policy reversal and accusations of data reinterpretation. Some fires are suspected to be intentionally set for cattle ranching, a major cause of deforestation. The international community has responded with criticism, and while some nations threaten sanctions, the US offers aid, emphasizing strong US-Brazil relations.

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