Brazilian President Lula da Silva suffers brain hemorrhage

Brazilian President Lula da Silva has undergone surgery due to a brain hemorrhage.

A statement from the hospital in the city of Sao Paulo indicated that Lula da Silva, who was operated on due to the brain hemorrhage, is in good condition.

HE IS BEING KEPT IN INTENSIVE CARE

The statement noted that the surgery was successful and that 79-year-old Lula da Silva is currently being kept under observation in the intensive care unit.

The hospital administration, stating that Lula da Silva's recovery process is being closely monitored, announced that a press conference regarding the matter will be held at 09:00 local time.

No statement has yet been made by the Brazilian Presidential Office regarding Lula da Silva's condition.

It was reported that the surgery was deemed necessary after Lula da Silva sought medical attention for headaches following a fall at home in October.

The Brazilian President had canceled his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit following the incident.

News Source: AA