G20 leaders urge end to Ukraine war and increased aid for Gaza at Rio summit
G20 leaders at the Rio summit called for an end to the Ukraine war and increased aid for Gaza, emphasizing global hunger and humanitarian needs. Their joint declaration lacked specific actions and faced some disagreements, notably from Argentina. The declaration highlighted the humanitarian crises in Gaza and Ukraine but did not directly address the roles of Israel or Russia. It proposed a global tax on billionaires and reforms to expand the UN Security Council, though details on implementation were vague. Brazil's President Lula da Silva launched a global alliance against hunger during the summit, gaining support from 82 nations. The declaration also included commitments to gender equality and addressing extreme inequality, reflecting Lula's priorities.