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Lula, Trump discuss ‘Board of Peace’, agree to meet in Washington: Brazil

Lula, Trump discuss ‘Board of Peace’, agree to meet in Washington: Brazil

Summary

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke on the phone and agreed on Lula visiting Washington soon. They discussed issues like the situation in Venezuela, Trump's "Board of Peace" proposal for Gaza, and fighting organized crime. Lula emphasized maintaining peace in Venezuela and suggested that Trump's board should focus only on Gaza and include Palestine.

Key Facts

  • Lula and Trump had a 50-minute phone call discussing international issues.
  • They talked about Venezuela and the need for peace in the region.
  • Lula criticized the U.S. for abducting Venezuela's President Maduro.
  • Trump proposed a "Board of Peace" for Gaza, and Lula wants it to include Palestine.
  • Lula suggested reforming the United Nations, including expanding the Security Council.
  • Trump waived tariffs on Brazilian exports and lifted sanctions on a Brazilian judge.
  • Lula plans to visit the U.S. after his trips to India and South Korea.

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