Brazil's Lula Condemns Israel's Actions in Gaza, Drawing Holocaust Comparisons

Brazil's Lula criticizes Israel's actions in Gaza, drawing comparisons to Holocaust Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has condemned Israel's actions in Gaza, likening them to genocide and drawing parallels to the Holocaust. Lula accused Israel of committing atrocities against Palestinians, stating that the situation in Gaza is not a war, but a targeted campaign against civilians. Lula's remarks have sparked outrage in Israel, with the foreign minister announcing plans to summon Brazil's ambassador for a reprimand. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced Lula's comments as disgraceful and offensive, asserting that any comparison between Israel and the Nazis crosses a red line. Despite condemning Hamas attacks on Israel, Lula has become increasingly critical of Israel's military response in Gaza. He has also criticized Western countries for cutting aid to Palestinian refugees, pledging to increase Brazil's support to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees and calling for international solidarity. Lula reiterated his support for a two-state solution, emphasizing the need for Palestine to be recognized as a sovereign state. His statements reflect a growing international concern over the situation in Gaza and the urgency for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.