In a recent statement at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Brasília, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva addressed the issue of hunger in Cuba, attributing it largely to external pressures that prevent the island nation from accessing essential resources. Lula emphasized that Cuban hunger is not a result of internal failures but rather a consequence of international restrictions, notably from the United States government under President Trump, which has limited Cuba's access to vital imports such as oil.

Lula's comments came during the opening of the 39th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean, where he reiterated the importance of countries being able to produce and sustain themselves. He expressed concern over escalating global conflicts and the potential for an arms race as a result of militaristic posturing from world leaders, particularly referencing Trump's approach to military power.

This remarks underline Lula's broader foreign policy stance, which seeks to challenge U.S. dominance and promote regional cooperation and self-sufficiency. By highlighting the struggles of Cuba, Lula aims to draw attention to the consequences of foreign intervention and trade restrictions, while advocating for humanitarian support and solidarity among Latin American nations.