As the war between the United States and Iran erupted, various leftist parties and institutions in Brazil issued statements denouncing the conflict, aligning with President Lula's stance on peace and multilateralism. They universally condemned the military confrontation while reflecting Brazil's traditional diplomatic approach that favors negotiation and stability in international relations. However, a noticeable trend among some factions of the Brazilian left has been an avoidance of sharp criticism directed at Iran's theocratic regime, which is known for its repressive measures against opposition, women, and the LGBTQ+ community.

Intriguingly, while condemning actions attributed to American President Donald Trump, groups like the Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra (MST) have chosen to downplay the Iranian regime's human rights violations. MST's recent statement, issued on the first day of the conflict, illustrates this stance as it attributed blame to 'imperialists and Zionists' for their historical roles in conflicts, but conspicuously omitted any mention of the Iranian government's oppressive policies. This reluctance to address Iran's internal issues suggests a complex web of political alignments and priorities among Brazil’s leftist factions.

The overall silence on Iran’s theocracy raises questions about the political strategies at play within Brazil's left, indicating a critical examination of how ideology influences their responses to foreign conflicts. By focusing on external adversaries rather than addressing the human rights violations within Iran, these groups risk undermining their own credibility in advocating for social justice and human rights globally. This approach invites scrutiny as it reveals potential inconsistencies in the left's championing of democratic values and human rights, especially when confronted with regimes that do not align with their ideological views.