The international relations analyst at CNN Fernanda Magnotta stated that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva performed “philosophical gymnastics” to justify Brazil’s alliance with the Venezuelan government.
The comment was made during his appearance on the CNN 360 program, where he discussed recent criticisms by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of the Brazilian electoral system.
Magnotta stressed that it is reasonable to be suspicious about the elections in Venezuela, considering the country’s history.
“The historical record is vast in showing that there is persecution of political opponents in Venezuela, it is vast in showing that there are political prisoners in Venezuela, it is vast in showing that there is voter suppression in Venezuela,” explained the analyst.
Unfulfilled commitments and international concerns
The expert recalled that the Maduro government failed to comply with the Barbados agreement by preventing its main opponents from running in the upcoming elections.
This scenario has generated concern among international observers and experts who follow the country’s political situation.
As for Brazil’s position, Magnotta suggested that Maduro’s recent statements could offer President Lula an opportunity to reconsider rapprochement with Venezuela.
“Now perhaps what Maduro is doing is giving Lula the opportunity to disembark, it is the ideal scenario for President Lula to be able to justify his departure, even to his own bases,” he analyzed.
Source: CNN Brasil
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