Brazil's Lula's Comparison of Gaza Op to Holocaust Sparks Israeli Condemnation

Brazilian President Lula da Silva accused Israel of committing "genocide" in Gaza and compared it to the Holocaust, drawing condemnation from Israel's Prime Minister and praise from Hamas. Lula criticized Western countries for halting aid to Palestinian refugees and pledged to increase Brazil's contribution. Israel called Lula's comments "shameful" and summoned Brazil's ambassador, while Hamas described his remarks as accurate. Lula reiterated his support for a two-state solution and called for Palestine's recognition as a sovereign state.