Ex-President Bolsonaro Indicted for Money Laundering in Saudi Diamond Scandal

Brazil's Federal Police have indicted ex-President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association involving undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia. Bolsonaro denies wrongdoing. The Supreme Court will review the case to decide on charges. Critics are cheering the investigation, while supporters see it as political persecution.

Brazil's Federal Police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association linked to undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia, sources with knowledge of the accusations have revealed. The Supreme Court has yet to receive the police report, at which point Brazil's prosecutor-general will decide whether to pursue charges.

The indictment adds new urgency to multiple investigations surrounding Bolsonaro, who dismisses them as politically motivated. Allegations include manipulation of public health records and inciting an uprising. Federal Police previously accused him of smuggling and profiting from luxury gifts, violations of customs regulations.

The judicial process will involve analysis by the country's prosecutor-general and potential legal actions. Bolsonaro's base remains loyal, evidenced by mass protests decrying the investigations. Critics, however, continue to call for his prosecution, reinforcing the country's deep political divide.

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