What happened
The United States revoked the U.S. visa of Brazil’s ambassador, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti.
Reasons cited by the United States
The United States cited retaliation for Brazil denying visas to two American diplomats who sought to visit ahead of elections. The United States also cited Brazil’s alleged delays in approving President Donald Trump’s nominee for ambassador in Brasilia.
Why it matters for UPSC
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