Press Release - Vladimir Putin

The recent military airstrikes against Brazil of course were not intended to harm Brazil or Brazil's government, but instead as a way to prevent Venezuelan imperialism (via their 107 battalion deployment) to our ally Brazil. Any collateral damage against the Brazilian government or people is an unfortunate consequence of this, but we believe the Brazilians will understand given our nation's intention to protect them from the aggressive designs of Venezuela' revanchist leaders.

Let the peace process continue as promised. Russia hopes both the legislature and opposition will work towards an outcome that all sides find satisfactory and democratic.