Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats on Brazilian goods, labeling them as unacceptable blackmail. Trump threatened 50% tariffs until legal charges against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro were dropped. Lula referred to politicians supporting Trump as traitors, affirming Brazil's sovereignty. He stated that no foreign entity can dictate actions to his presidency and emphasized the independence of Brazil's judiciary regarding Bolsonaro's trial. Despite criticism, Lula expressed a desire for a good relationship with Trump.
Lula condemned Trump's tariff threats as 'unacceptable blackmail' and stated that attempting to interfere in Brazilian justice is a grave attack on national sovereignty.
Lula characterized Brazilian politicians who support Trump as 'traitors to the homeland,' emphasizing Brazil's sovereignty and independence from foreign influence.
In addressing Trump's actions, Lula asserted, 'No foreigner is going to give order to this president,' highlighting his stance against external pressure.
Lula claimed that the Brazilian judiciary is independent and that the current proceedings against Bolsonaro are not politically motivated.
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