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The US has imposed sanctions on Brazilian officials, including Justice Alexandre de Moraes and his wife Viviane de Moraes, under the Magnitsky Act. The move follows Brazil's conviction of Bolsonaro for attempting a coup and has sparked diplomatic protests, with Brazil asserting its sovereignty and judicial independence.
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Brazilian ex-president Bolsonaro, sentenced to over 27 years for attempting a coup, has filed an appeal citing injustices. His lawyers argue the conviction contains legal ambiguities. Bolsonaro, under house arrest since August, denies wrongdoing. The Supreme Court will decide on the appeal between Nov 7-14, with his imprisonment pending final judgment.
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On October 28, a police operation in Rio de Janeiro targeting the Comando Vermelho gang resulted in at least 132 deaths, including four police officers. The raid involved 2,500 personnel and heavy weaponry, sparking intense gun battles and widespread condemnation for excessive force and possible extrajudicial killings. The operation has deepened political divisions and raised human rights concerns ahead of Brazil's 2026 elections.
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Brazilian ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, convicted of attempting a coup and other crimes, faces potential imprisonment. His health issues and legal appeals are delaying his detention, with his lawyers requesting house arrest on humanitarian grounds. Bolsonaro's legal troubles stem from efforts to undermine Lula's 2022 election victory and plans to overthrow democratic institutions.
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Brazilian authorities detained former president Jair Bolsonaro on Saturday following allegations of tampering with his ankle monitor and attempting to escape ahead of a court ruling. The arrest was ordered by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, citing risks of flight and potential violence during supporter protests. Bolsonaro's legal team denies the allegations.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro has been ordered to serve a 27-year prison sentence for attempting a coup after his 2022 election loss. He was detained at federal police headquarters in Brasilia following allegations of tampering with his ankle monitor and attempting escape. Supporters and opponents have protested since his arrest, which comes amid ongoing legal proceedings.
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Brazil's Supreme Court ordered former president Jair Bolsonaro to begin serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after his conviction was finalized. Bolsonaro, detained since Saturday, has been accused of attempting to undermine democracy and inciting unrest following his 2022 election loss. Supporters have protested his incarceration.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro has been convicted of attempting to overthrow democracy. The Supreme Court finalized his sentence, and he is now detained at a federal police headquarters in Brasilia. Supporters and opponents gathered outside, reflecting deep political divisions.