For Lula, Trump acts like an 'emperor' wanting to impose his will on the whole world

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: September 22, 2026Country: Brazil

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For Lula, Trump acts like an 'emperor' wanting to impose his will on the whole world

In an interview with CNN Brasil, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva compared Donald Trump to an 'emperor,' criticizing his interventionism in other countries' affairs. Lula stated that Trump was elected to govern the United States, not to impose his decisions on the world. He also condemned the power dynamics of the White House in international relations, calling this attitude 'unpleasant' and contrary to diplomatic norms. These statements come amid ongoing trade tensions between Brazil and the United States.

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