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Brazil's lower house approved a bill to cut former President Bolsonaro's prison sentence from 27 years to just over two years, targeting those involved in the January 2023 coup attempt. President Lula is expected to veto the bill, but Congress may override it amid protests and political tension.
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José Antonio Kast, a far-right candidate with a history of admiration for Pinochet, has been elected president of Chile. His campaign focused on security, immigration, and conservative social policies, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape after 35 years of democracy.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro left prison for a scheduled hernia surgery at a private hospital in Brasilia. He has been serving a 27-year sentence for coup-related charges since November. The surgery was approved by the Supreme Court, and Bolsonaro's family confirmed the procedure was successful. His political future remains uncertain.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, serving a 27-year sentence for coup plotting, is hospitalized for surgery related to a hernia and persistent health issues. His court-ordered detention continues despite his medical needs, with his son Flávio Bolsonaro announcing his presidential candidacy for 2026.
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Brazilian authorities have convicted several officials involved in a 2023 coup attempt. One former police chief, Silvinei Vasques, was caught trying to flee to El Salvador via Paraguay after breaking his ankle monitor. Multiple arrests and extraditions follow the crackdown, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, 70, is back in police custody after health issues prompted multiple surgeries. He is serving a 27-year sentence for coup plotting, with court rejecting his request for humanitarian house arrest amid ongoing medical treatments for complications from a 2018 stabbing.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, 70, was taken to hospital after falling in his prison cell. He underwent brain tests following a head injury, with authorities citing medical necessity. Bolsonaro remains in custody for his conviction related to the 2022 election and coup attempt, with his health closely monitored.
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The upcoming US midterm elections on November 3 will test democratic norms amid political tensions, with potential impacts on President Trump’s influence. Brazil’s October presidential vote and Bangladesh’s January transition also highlight global democratic challenges and opportunities for stability.
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Brazil's President Lula vetoed a law that would reduce sentences for those involved in the January 8, 2023, riots and Bolsonaro's imprisonment. The move comes on the third anniversary of the attack, which targeted government buildings and was linked to Bolsonaro supporters contesting Lula's 2022 election victory.
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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, serving a 27-year sentence for attempting a coup, has been moved from a small police room to a larger, more comfortable facility. The transfer follows legal disputes over his treatment and health concerns, with Bolsonaro's supporters criticizing the move as overly lenient.
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Brazilian samba schools celebrated President Lula during Carnival parades, highlighting his life story from poverty to leadership. The tribute has sparked controversy, with opponents claiming it constitutes early campaigning ahead of October elections. Lula and his entourage attended despite legal risks, amid ongoing political debates.
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A high-profile trial begins in Brazil involving five men, including former congressman Chiquinho Brazão, accused of orchestrating the killing of politician and human rights advocate Marielle Franco. The case highlights ongoing issues of organized crime, militias, and systemic violence in Brazil, with the trial seen as a potential step toward justice.
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Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, 70, is hospitalized in Brasilia with worsening kidney function and pneumonia. He is serving a 27-year sentence for leading a coup attempt in 2023. His condition is stable but serious, with no discharge date set. Bolsonaro has a history of health issues since being stabbed in 2018.