Daily Summary: End of the 6x1 work schedule in Brazil, international tensions, and football victories
The most impactful news today comes from Brazil, where the Chamber of Deputies approved the Constitutional Amendment Proposal (PEC) that ends the 6x1 work schedule. The measure aims to reduce the weekly working hours without reducing salaries, with an implementation period of up to 14 months. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva praised the approval, calling it a "civilizational achievement," and stated that the government will work to ensure the text is also approved in the Senate.
On the international stage, tension between the United States and Iran has increased significantly. American forces shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and destroyed a ground control station in the city of Bandar Abbas. Reports indicate that Iran is trying to negotiate access to billions of euros in frozen funds in foreign banks as a condition for a future agreement with Donald Trump.
In Portugal, the emergency communications system, SIRESP, faces a new crisis marked by resignations and suspicions of conflicts of interest. Meanwhile, the Portuguese Prime Minister expressed agreement with European positions on Russia. On the environmental front, the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) issued a very high fire danger warning for several regions of the country.
In sports, Brazilian clubs shone in the Copa Sudamericana. Botafogo defeated Caracas 2-1 in a comeback victory, securing the overall lead in the competition. With this result, the team can no longer be overtaken by River Plate. Atlético-MG also secured its place in the round of 16 by beating Puerto Cabello 1-0, with another decisive goal from player Bernard.
Vasco da Gama also advanced to the competition's playoffs after beating Barracas Central 3-0. However, the atmosphere at São Januário was tense; fans held a protest and left the stadium almost empty. The night was also marked by the expulsion of the team coach's son during the match.
Finally, the political process of the PEC to end the 6x1 schedule in the Chamber was marked by strategic maneuvers to favor the government and avoid opposition blockades. Now that the text has been sent to the Senate, the government will need strong political coordination with the president of that house, Davi Alcolumbre, to ensure the proposal moves forward without difficulties.