GLOBAL AFFAIRS

Walking a tightrope over Tehran

US President Donald Trump oversees attacks on Iran. Photo: Daniel Torok/White House

When the US and Israel launched coordinated strikes against Iran on Saturday, Brazil’s Foreign Affairs Ministry issued a quick response. Brasília “condemned and expressed deep concern” over the attacks, noting they had occurred “amid a negotiation process” — which Brazil’s traditional diplomatic position dictates is the only viable path to peace.

By nightfall, a second statement came…

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