Lula's Comments on Putin Attending G20 Prompt Backlash Over ICC Arrest Warrant

Brazilian President Lula said Putin would not be arrested if he attends G20 in Brazil, prompting criticism.
Lula questioned why Brazil is part of ICC when countries like US, Russia, India, China are not.
ICC issued arrest warrant for Putin over war crimes charges related to deportation of Ukrainian children.
Kremlin denies charges, calls warrant against Putin void. Russia issued warrant for ICC prosecutor in response.
Facing criticism, Lula backtracked, said judiciary would decide on arresting Putin, not Brazilian government.

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