Brazilian President Lula Offers Jabuticaba to Trump, Emphasizes Diplomacy Amid U.S. 50% Tariff Threat

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 50% tariff on Brazilian products by offering jabuticaba, a native Brazilian fruit, to Trump as a gesture aimed at easing tensions. Lula emphasized his preference for diplomatic relations over a tariff dispute and indicated a willingness to negotiate, though he did not rule out retaliatory measures. The jabuticaba offer was delivered with a tone of irony and was highlighted in a video posted by Lula's wife, Janja. Lula suggested that sharing the fruit might help alleviate the trade conflict between the two countries.