Lula and Putin Discuss BRICS Summit Amidst Ukraine Conflict

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Russia-Ukraine war and the upcoming BRICS summit in a phone call. They also covered bilateral relations and peace proposals from Brazil and China.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva engaged in a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, according to a statement from Lula's office. The dialogue primarily focused on topics such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and preparations for the forthcoming BRICS summit.

The Brazilian government revealed that the conversation also included discussions about issues to be addressed at the BRICS summit in Kazan next month. Additionally, they explored aspects of bilateral relations and touched upon the peace proposals put forward by Brazil and China to resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

The engagement highlights the international diplomatic efforts ahead of a significant assembly of emerging economies, further emphasizing the complexities of global geopolitics.

(With inputs from agencies.)