What Countries in Latin America Support Ukraine in the War
After Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Latin American countries divided into three groups: supporters of Kyiv, neutrals, and allies of Moscow.
The Gaze writes about it, referring to the article ‘Latin America and the War in Ukraine: Allies, Neutrals, and Supporters of Moscow’.
The first group, which includes Colombia, Chile, and Argentina, are supporters of Ukraine. They have condemned Russian aggression and support its sovereignty. Argentina, in particular, has actively supported Ukraine since President Javier Milei came to power, although arms supplies have been only symbolic. The country has also begun to sign large-scale contracts with the West, demonstrating a pro-Western course.
The second group consists of neutral countries such as Mexico, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil. They call for negotiations and a peaceful settlement of the conflict, and some, such as Brazilian President Lula da Silva, have proposed their own ‘peace plans.’ Brazil's position is largely driven by economic factors, particularly its dependence on Russian fertilisers.
The third group consists of Moscow's allies, including Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba. These authoritarian regimes openly support the Kremlin, refuse to condemn the aggression at the UN, and receive military and economic aid from Russia.
Ukraine recognises the importance of the region and is stepping up its diplomatic efforts. President Zelenskyy's visit to Argentina was a breakthrough, and there is a significant Ukrainian diaspora in the country. Kyiv is working to turn the declarative ‘neutrality’ of many countries into real support.
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