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Lula Criticizes U.S. as Colonial, Urges UN Reform

3/22/2026

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized U.S. policy at a Colombia summit, describing it as colonial toward Latin America.
He condemned U.S. actions in Venezuela and Cuba, and said Washington seeks to control critical minerals.
Lula urged reform of the United Nations Security Council after criticizing the UN's failure to prevent conflicts.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro echoed Lula's criticisms, citing the UN's impotence in addressing wars.

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized U.S. policy at a Colombia summit, describing it as colonial toward Latin America.
He condemned U.S. actions in Venezuela and Cuba, and said Washington seeks to control critical minerals.
Lula urged reform of the United Nations Security Council after criticizing the UN's failure to prevent conflicts.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro echoed Lula's criticisms, citing the UN's impotence in addressing wars.