Brazil’s government has strongly criticized all violence against civilians in the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.
This condemnation came after a Brazilian citizen, Ranani Nidejelski Glazer, died in the violence.
The Foreign Ministry issued a statement, standing with Glazer’s family and reaffirming Brazil’s opposition to violent acts, especially against civilians.
In response, Brazil initiated a repatriation mission on Sunday. The mission aims to bring back Brazilians living in Israel, Palestine, and other nearby countries.
According to the ministry, about 1,700 Brazilians have asked for help to return home since last Saturday’s widespread attack by Islamist militias from Gaza.
Official data shows around 900 Israelis and 765 Gazans have died since the conflict began. Additionally, an unknown number of people are missing, including at least three Brazilians.
Background
Glazer had lived in Israel’s capital, Tel Aviv, for seven years with friends. At 24, he worked as a delivery man and had served in the Israeli military.
On social media, Glazer shared about electronic festivals he attended. Friends said he lived with joy and humor.
He loved traveling, often sharing stories and photos from trips to places like Amsterdam, Portugal, and the UK.
Glazer attended the rave “Universo Paralello”, which DJ Alok’s parents started 23 years ago.
He, his girlfriend Rafaela Treistman, and friend Rafael Zimerman were at the festival when bombings began.
This event was close to the area Hamas attacked near the Gaza Strip. Armed men stormed the festival, surrounding it and throwing grenades.
Glazer’s friends tried to hide in a shelter during the attacks. They lost Glazer and later found his body.
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