Brazil's Lula Criticizes Trump's Threats Against Iran and Interference in Venezuela
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva issued a sharp critique of U.S. President Donald Trump in an interview with the Spanish newspaper El Pais, emphasizing that global leaders should prioritize respect over ruling through fear. Lula specifically condemned Trump’s April 7 threat to wipe out Iranian civilization during the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict, stating that such actions violate constitutional mandates and electoral expectations. The Brazilian leader described Trump’s foreign policy as a misguided exercise of power driven by military and economic dominance. Additionally, Lula addressed the situation in Venezuela, calling for free elections without Washington's interference following the January 3 capture of President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. special forces. He argued that U.S. attempts to control Venezuela are undemocratic and abnormal. Highlighting their advanced ages, Lula urged for mature dialogue between the two nations, recalling previous tensions involving tariffs and sanctions related to former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. Lula is scheduled to meet Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Barcelona to further discuss these geopolitical concerns.
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Brazil's Lula Criticizes Trump's Threats Against Iran and Interference in Venezuela
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva issued a sharp critique of U.S. President Donald Trump in an interview with the Spanish newspaper El Pais, emphasizing that global leaders should prioritize respect over ruling through fear. Lula specifically condemned Trump’s April 7 threat to wipe out Iranian civilization during the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict, stating that such actions violate constitutional mandates and electoral expectations. The Brazilian leader described Trump’s foreign policy as a misguided exercise of power driven by military and economic dominance. Additionally, Lula addressed the situation in Venezuela, calling for free elections without Washington's interference following the January 3 capture of President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. special forces. He argued that U.S. attempts to control Venezuela are undemocratic and abnormal. Highlighting their advanced ages, Lula urged for mature dialogue between the two nations, recalling previous tensions involving tariffs and sanctions related to former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. Lula is scheduled to meet Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Barcelona to further discuss these geopolitical concerns.
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