Uruguay's president said you can't cover the sun with a finger. And his Chilean counterpart affirmed that the violation of human rights in Venezuela is not a narrative, it is a serious reality.

Lula da Silva's attempt to promote regional integration at the summit of South American presidents suffered its first setback left and right. Both Lacalle Pou and Boric responded harshly to Lula, who had described as "narrative" the questioning of the Venezuelan autocracy. With their critical speeches, both sought to make it clear that they will not blindly support a final declaration.