Brazil's Supreme Court Bombing: A Plot Unveiled

Brazilian Justice Alexandre de Moraes revealed that a man tried to bomb the Supreme Court in Brasilia. This attempted attack reflects the hatred towards the court fostered during the previous administration of President Jair Bolsonaro, culminating in a riot last January.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-11-2024 19:05 IST | Created: 14-11-2024 19:05 IST
Brazil's Supreme Court Bombing: A Plot Unveiled

Brazilian Justice Alexandre de Moraes has shed light on a worrying plot involving an attempted bombing of the Supreme Court in Brasilia. The suspected bomber, who died in what is being deemed a "suicide" attack, aimed to inflict significant damage on the seat of justice.

Moraes attributed the incident to intense animosity directed at the court, a sentiment stoked during the tenure of former President Jair Bolsonaro. He noted that this hostility had reached a boiling point, evidenced by a notorious riot that saw Bolsonaro's supporters vandalize the building on January 8 of the previous year.

The failed bombing attempt is not an isolated event but rather part of a larger narrative of political unrest and discontent within Brazil. The authorities are now tasked with addressing the underlying issues and preventing future acts of violence against national institutions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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