Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva disclosed that during a meeting at the White House, he encouraged US President Donald Trump to engage in dialogue with Iran. Lula handed Trump a copy of a 2010 nuclear agreement brokered by Brazil and Turkey. Emphasizing the importance of dialogue over conflict, Lula expressed concerns about the potential consequences of military actions against Iran.
Lula reiterated his belief in the effectiveness of dialogue, stating that war could lead to greater harm. He personally presented Trump with the 2010 agreement that Brazil and Turkey had negotiated with Iran regarding its nuclear program. Lula highlighted that the agreement aimed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
The Brazilian leader criticized the undermining of the 2010 agreement by Western powers. Lula expressed regret over the increased pressure exerted on Iran by countries like the US and the EU following the agreement. He noted that the deal, which aimed to address Iran’s nuclear ambitions peacefully, was not fully supported by global powers.
Trump assured Lula that he would review the document shared with him. Lula mentioned that Trump promised to read the agreement that outlined the terms negotiated between Brazil, Turkey, and Iran. The Brazilian president emphasized the importance of constructive dialogue in resolving international disputes and promoting peace.
