During his participation in Davos, Switzerland, the Ukrainian president declared that Brazil, under the leadership of Lula, is no longer a relevant actor in mediation attempts between Ukraine and Russia.
In response to a question from TV GloboZelensky stated that “Brazil’s train has already passed”, referring to the country’s opportunity to act as a mediator in the conflict.
Zelensky stressed that, after previous conversations with Lula, he no longer sees the Brazilian president as a “player” in the peace negotiations and that this situation will not change with the return of Donald Trump to the US presidency.
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The , especially his statements that both Ukraine and the United States and the European Union have responsibilities in prolonging the conflict.
Throughout 2023, Lula tried, unsuccessfully, to position himself as a mediator between the parties. In his speeches, the Brazilian president highlighted the importance of dialogue, but Zelensky, in a speech at the UN General Assembly, expressed doubts about the real interest of Brazil and China in leading the negotiations.
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Lula continues to state that the solution to the conflict must be diplomatic and that it is essential that the parties sit down at the table to discuss an agreement.
