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War in Ukraine
Zelensky Reportedly Asks Brazil’s Lula to Help Push Peace Talks
Brazilian officials believe the request reflects Kyiv’s limited ability to open direct dialogue channels with Moscow, the outlet noted.
12h ago
US
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Takes Effect, Reshaping Global Trade
The deal creates one of the world’s largest free‑trade zones as Brussels looks to diversify trade beyond the US and China.
May 1, 2026
Russia
Russian Diesel Tankers Change Course Mid-Voyage as Fuel Prices Jump
Both tankers were loaded in March at Russia’s Primorsk port and had already completed almost half of their trip to Brazil before their buyers were changed – something that rarely happens.
April 28, 2026
Putin
OPINION: Lula’s State of Denial
When BRICS countries gathered in Brazil for a summit, the result was an appalling case of willful blindness toward Russia’s crimes. The hypocrisy is astounding.
July 19, 2025
Putin
Putin to Skip BRICS Summit in Rio Due to ICC Warrant
Putin’s spokesperson said the Russian leader will instead appear via video conference, after Brazil was unable to provide assurances regarding the ICC warrant for Putin’s arrest.
Updated: June 26, 2025
War in Ukraine
Brazil’s Lula Urges Putin in Call to Meet Zelensky in Turkey: Statement
Brazil’s Lula urged Putin to join Ukraine peace talks in Turkey, but Putin wasn’t listed among negotiators despite proposing talks himself days earlier.
May 14, 2025