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Brazil’s Lula says Trump is attempting to ‘create a new UN’

Brazil’s Lula says Trump is attempting to ‘create a new UN’

Summary

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized President Donald Trump for proposing a new international body called "Board of Peace." Lula suggests that Trump's actions aim to create an organization that he controls, instead of supporting the existing United Nations. This criticism follows Trump's recent announcements at an event in Davos, Switzerland.

Key Facts

  • President Lula accuses President Trump of wanting to create a new organization similar to the UN.
  • Trump launched a "Board of Peace" initiative in Switzerland.
  • Lula argues that Trump wants to control global affairs independently.
  • Lula supports the existing UN and emphasizes the importance of cooperative international relations.
  • The US under Trump's leadership has been withdrawing from many UN bodies and redirecting funds.
  • The new "Board of Peace" does not mention Gaza, although it was initially suggested to oversee Gaza's rebuilding.
  • The UN faces financial shortfalls as Western countries reduce aid funding.

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