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Brazil's Lula asks Putin to attend talks with Ukraine

May 15, 2025

Brasilia [Brazil], May 15: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
Contacted by phone and asked him to attend this week's talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, Lula's office said in a statement.
Lula "emphasized Brazil's commitment to peace and once again made himself available to collaborate in whatever way necessary in the search for understanding between Russia and Ukraine," the statement said.
Source: Fijian Broadcasting Corporation

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Star Health settles over ₹780 crore in cancer claims in H1 FY27; highlights women's treatment and financial protection needs

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