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Brazil's Lula Warns Against Authoritarianism at Democracy Summit

4/18/2026

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April 17, 2026, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned in Barcelona that setbacks to democracy could lead to authoritarian regimes like Hitler's.
Lula da Silva and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will lead a meeting on April 18 with left-wing leaders to strengthen democratic processes.
The meeting, titled "In Defence of Democracy," will include leaders from South Africa, Mexico, Colombia, and the European Council.

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April 17, 2026, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned in Barcelona that setbacks to democracy could lead to authoritarian regimes like Hitler's.
Lula da Silva and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will lead a meeting on April 18 with left-wing leaders to strengthen democratic processes.
The meeting, titled "In Defence of Democracy," will include leaders from South Africa, Mexico, Colombia, and the European Council.