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Flavio Bolsonaro escapes to US after Brazil election defeat
Brazilian senator Flávio Bolsonaro has arrived in the United States with his wife and two daughters following his defeat in Sunday’s presidential election, amid concerns that he could face arrest…
Bolsonaro will face Lula in runoff in Brazil’s presidential vote
Right-wing Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will face leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a runoff of the presidential election later…
Ex-President Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year sentence for Brazil coup plot
Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Bolsonaro to 27 years for a coup, marking political turmoil's peak.
Brazil’s Finance Minister confirms studies on eliminating public transport fares
Brazil's government is studying eliminating public transport fares amidst fiscal concerns before elections.
Brazil’s Lula announces $1 billion investment in global forest fund
Brazil has pledged $1 billion to kick-start a new global fund designed to protect tropical rainforests, marking the first official contribution to…
Brazil’s Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years after landmark coup plot conviction
Jair Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years for coup attempt; appeals expected amid political tensions.
Arrests in crackdown on human trafficking network active across continents
Europol coordinated actions between Brazilian and Irish police against a human trafficking network exploiting South American victims, resulting in arrests and seizures.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro arrested
Brazil's Supreme Court put former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest on Monday ahead of his trial for an alleged coup plot,…
Brazil rules social media platforms liable for users’ posts
Brazil's Supreme Court ruled social media companies can be accountable for certain user content, potentially leading to fines for non-removal.
Brazilians hail strength of democracy as Bolsonaro is called to account
Brazilian democracy triumphs as Jair Bolsonaro faces serious charges for coup plotting, contrasting with the U.S. response to Trump’s actions.