The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, known as Itamaraty, condemned this Saturday morning (28) the military attack by the USA and its ally, Israel, on Iran. The Brazilian government highlighted that the military offensive took place in the midst of negotiations, calling diplomacy “the only viable path to peace”, which is the “position traditionally defended” by the country.
The Brazilian government also declared that it expected all parties to exercise “maximum restraint”.
Check out the full note from Brazil:
The Brazilian Government condemns and expresses serious concern about the attacks carried out today (28/2) by the United States and Israel against targets in Iran. The attacks occurred in the midst of a negotiation process between the parties, which is the only viable path to peace, a position traditionally defended by Brazil in the region.
Brazil calls on all parties to respect international law and exercise maximum restraint, in order to avoid the escalation of hostilities and ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
Brazilian embassies in the region monitor developments in military actions, with particular attention to the needs of Brazilian communities in the affected countries. Brazilians are recommended to pay attention to the safety guidelines of local authorities in the countries where they live or are located.
The Brazilian Ambassador in Tehran is in direct contact with the Brazilian community, in order to transmit updates on the situation and security guidelines.
