Iran's Araghchi congratulates Lula on Brazil election win in call with Vieira

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi congratulated Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his victory in the country's 2026 presidential election, according to Mehr News Agency (MNA). The congratulation was conveyed during a phone call on Tuesday evening with Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira.

During the call, the two sides also exchanged views on the most important regional issues and the latest international developments. The report did not specify which regional or international topics were discussed, nor did it provide further details on the content of the conversation beyond the congratulation and the exchange of views.

The contact follows Lula da Silva's win in Brazil's 2026 presidential election. The Mehr News report did not include the date of the election, the margin of victory or any reaction from other officials.

According to Mehr News, the call between Araghchi and Vieira took place on Tuesday evening and covered both the election congratulations and a review of regional and international affairs.