The war in Ukraine, which completes a month today with almost a thousand civilians dead, and the PGR’s request to the STF to investigate the Ministry of Education are among the highlights of the 5 facts morning of March 24.
a month of war
The war in Ukraine completes a month this Thursday (24). According to the United Nations (UN), nearly 1,000 civilians were killed and around 1,600 were injured during this period. 3.5 million people have already left Ukraine, with the majority heading towards Poland.
Meeting in Brussels
The capital of Belgium, Brussels, today hosts meetings of NATO, the G7 and the European Council to discuss the war in Ukraine. US President Joe Biden is one of the heads of state who have confirmed their presence at the three meetings – from where new sanctions against Russia are expected to be announced.
dollar down
Demand for the dollar at exchange offices has grown by 70% since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, according to a survey by the Brazilian Exchange Association. Yesterday, the American currency closed the day quoted at R$ 4.85, the lowest value in two years.
PGR investigates ministry
The Attorney General of the Republic, Augusto Aras, sent a request to the Federal Supreme Court (STF) to open an investigation to investigate an alleged favoritism in the release of funds from the Ministry of Education. In an interview with CNNthe minister of the portfolio, Milton Ribeiro, denied that it has benefited evangelical pastors and said that he will not leave the position.
booster dose
While the Ministry of Health starts to recommend the fourth dose of the immunizer against Covid-19 for the elderly over 80, not half of the population eligible for vaccination received the third dose, according to the folder. The demand for the booster dose is considered low in the country’s capitals.
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Source: CNN Brasil
