Brazil's President Condemns 'Ongoing Genocide' in Gaza at UN Assembly

Condemnation of Gaza Situation

• 🇧🇷 Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva strongly condemned what he called the “ongoing genocide” in Gaza.
• 🌍 The condemnation was delivered during his address at the opening of the United Nations General Assembly.

Defense of Sovereignty and Justice

• ⚖️ President Lula defended Brazil's sovereignty and spoke against impunity.
• 🏛️ He referenced the conviction of a former head of state for actions against the democratic rule of law and the judiciary.
• 🚫 The use of lethal force in non-armed conflict situations was equated to executions without trial.

Countering Illicit Activities

• 💰 The most effective way to combat drug trafficking is through cooperation to repress money laundering and limit arms trade.
• 🤝 The president also mentioned the role of a subservient far-right in certain actions.

Remarks on Terrorism and Gaza

• ⚠️ While acknowledging that the terrorist attacks by Hamas are indefensible, Lula stated that nothing justifies the ongoing genocide in Gaza.