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Ukrainian Ambassador Urges Brazil to Mediate and Visit Kyiv

4/30/2025

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Ukrainian Ambassador Andrii Melnyk passionately called on Brazilian Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin to encourage President Lula to visit Kyiv ahead of his May trip to Russia. This visit could illuminate the war's devastating effects and spark Brazil's role in mediation. Melnyk also suggested sending a business delegation to aid Ukraine's rebuilding efforts.

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Ukrainian Ambassador Andrii Melnyk passionately called on Brazilian Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin to encourage President Lula to visit Kyiv ahead of his May trip to Russia. This visit could illuminate the war's devastating effects and spark Brazil's role in mediation. Melnyk also suggested sending a business delegation to aid Ukraine's rebuilding efforts.