Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has called on the world powers to support Ukraine peace negotiations, stating that the war has reached a ‘point of maturity.’ Lula expressed confidence that global leaders can work towards resolving the crisis, emphasizing the need to bring the issue to the negotiating table. His remarks were made during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as part of the ASEAN Summit. Lula argued that the war, now in its fourth year, had reached a critical stage where a decisive resolution is possible through diplomatic efforts. He also highlighted his long-held belief that Western arms supplies to Ukraine risk prolonging the conflict rather than ending it.
Meanwhile, Russia has expressed a willingness to engage in peace talks, but Kiev and its Western allies remain committed to seeking an immediate ceasefire. Moscow has stated that it seeks a lasting settlement by addressing the root causes of the conflict rather than pursuing a temporary pause, while Ukraine and its backers argue that a ceasefire would allow the country to regroup and rearm. This divergence in positions has stalled progress on negotiations, with both sides facing significant strategic and political challenges in achieving a lasting peace. The international community, including Brazil, continues to emphasize the importance of diplomacy in resolving the crisis, though the path to a resolution remains uncertain.