Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolás Maduro should respect the results of the elections scheduled for Sunday. Lula also says he is frightened by Maduro’s reference to a possible bloodbath. In recent weeks, Maduro and allies have increased their references to post-election violence.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva takes a sip of coffee as he gives a press conference at his official residence Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, Brazil, Monday, July 22, 2024. Lula called for the press conference to speak about foreign policy, key elections around the world, his challenges in office, and environmental issues. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva gives a press conference at his official residence Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, Brazil, Monday, July 22, 2024.
Lula, who for many years refused to openly criticize the Venezuelan leader, said he will send former foreign minister Celso Amorim to watch the elections on Sunday. Other Brazilian observers will also be present. In recent weeks, Maduro and allies have increased their references to post-election violence, asserting that the opposition will carry out violent demonstrations and reject the results, which the ruling party claims will show it victorious.
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