By Lisandra Paraguassu
BRASILIA (Reuters) – The Brazilian international ministry mentioned in a press release on Friday it was taken without warning by an “offensive tone” that Venezuelan authorities used in opposition to Brazil, the newest improvement of a diplomatic row between the 2 leftist-led nations.
Within the assertion, Brazil’s international ministry mentioned the selection for “private assaults and rhetorical escalations” doesn’t match the respectful approach its authorities treats Venezuela and its folks.
Earlier this week, the Venezuelan authorities recalled its ambassador in Brazil over what it described as “repeated interventionist and impolite statements” from Brasilia, whereas additionally criticizing Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s high international coverage advisor Celso Amorim.
The diplomatic escalation comes after months of rigidity following Venezuela’s disputed presidential election in late July. Brazil has not acknowledged claims of victory by both Venezuelan President Nicoals Maduro or his opposition.
Relations additional soured earlier this month when Brazil vetoed Venezuela’s admission into the BRICS group of rising economies, which Venezuela has branded as an “inexplicable and immoral aggression.”
On Thursday, Venezuela’s nationwide police posted on its official Instagram account a photograph of Lula’s silhouette, with Brazil’s nationwide flag behind him, and the sentence: “Whoever messes with Venezuela can pay for it.”
