Russia Slams “Unacceptable” Riots in Brazil

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Moscow believes that attempts to violate the constitutional order in Brazil are “unacceptable,” stressing full support to Brazilian President Lula.

"We believe that any attempts to violate the constitutional order are unacceptable. We extend our support to Brazilian President Lula who took office on January 1,” Zakharova said.

She added: “We are confident that his authority, confirmed by the results of a nationwide vote, as well as his experience in public administration, will make it possible to overcome the aftermath of the recent developments, relying on the democratic foundations of the state."

Zakharova emphasized that Moscow strongly condemned "the actions of radical members of the Brazilian opposition," who had staged riots in government buildings in the country’s capital on January 8.

The Russian official highlighted the importance of maintaining domestic political stability in Brazil.

In like manner, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov denounced the actions of riot instigators in Brazil, asserting that Lula’s actions aimed at restoring law and order in the country.

Peskov also recalled that Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated his Brazilian counterpart. "We highly value Mr. da Silva’s efforts toward the development of bilateral relations," he stressed.