Leftist leaders from the Americas greet Lula's victory
Leftist leaders across the Americas celebrated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's election victory in Brazil, highlighting its significance for democracy and regional unity. Lula, who served from 2003 to 2010, won a fourth term against Flávio Bolsonaro with 51.79% of the votes. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel praised Lula's historic win, while Bolivia's Rodrigo Paz emphasized the shared history and challenges between their nations. Argentina's Cristina Kirchner and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders also congratulated Lula, noting his commitment to workers and democracy. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Portugal's José Luís Carneiro echoed similar sentiments, reinforcing the importance of cooperation and shared values in the region.