Brazil's Lula Warns Against Foreign Interference in Elections at UN

At the UN General Assembly in New York on September 22, 2026, Brazil's President Lula da Silva said "Brazil does not fit in anyone's backyard" and warned against foreign interference in electoral processes. He did not mention the United States or Trump by name, but his remarks were widely seen as aimed at the US. Lula also criticized tariffs and Israel in his speech.

The speech drew attention for its timing and tone, coming as the General Assembly opened with other leaders including Macron and Erdogan. Brazilian media described it as a mix of campaign messaging and criticism of Trump, while also comparing Lula's approach to that of former President Bolsonaro.