Why Did Putin Talk to Lula Before Meeting Trump

In a thread published this Saturday (9), the Sputnik Brasil profile presented political scientist Valdir Bezerra’s analysis on possible motivations of Russian President Vladimir Putin in calling President Lula before his meeting with the American envoy. Bezerra suggested that the call might be related to discussions regarding the BRICS group’s strengthening and Washington’s pressure against it. The conversation indicates Putin’s interest in consolidating ties with Brazil and other developing countries through the BRICS alliance. This move may be a strategic response to US attempts to weaken the alliance.