Lula Brazil stood up to Israel and refuses the new Israeli ambassador

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula Da Silva decided not to approve the appointment of Gali Dagan, ex-ambassador of Israel in Colombia, as a new envoy to Brasilia, thus deepening the diplomatic crisis between Brazil and Israel. Faced with this categorical refusal, Tel Aviv has withdrawn her request and announced that bilateral relations would now continue “at a lower diplomatic level”. This decision marks a new low point in the relationships between the two countries. Lula, who accused Israel of “genocide” in Gaza by comparing her offensive to Nazi extermination, had already been declared “Persona non grata” by Tel Aviv. For its part, Brazil recalled its ambassador last year and has still not appointed a successor.

By refusing to accredit the Israeli ambassador, Lula confirms the stature of a leader who places justice and dignity over diplomatic calculations. In a world where many powers close their eyes to the genocide committed in Gaza, Brazil is distinguished by a courageous and honest position, faithful to the spirit of solidarity with the oppressed peoples. This firmness gives Lula and her country a singular place among the rare nations who dare to say no to Israeli impunity.