Brazil's Coup Attempt: Former President Under Scrutiny

Brazil's federal police have formally accused 37 individuals in connection with a coup attempt following the 2022 presidential election loss by former President Jair Bolsonaro. The accusations were announced on Thursday, though the specific individuals involved were not named in the official statement.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-11-2024 23:54 IST | Created: 21-11-2024 23:54 IST
Brazil's Coup Attempt: Former President Under Scrutiny
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Brazilian authorities have escalated their probe into a suspected coup attempt following the 2022 elections by formally accusing 37 individuals, according to a Thursday statement by the federal police.

This move marks a significant step forward in the investigation that has been ongoing since the contentious political climate surrounding the elections last year.

Notably, former President Jair Bolsonaro is among those reportedly implicated, signaling a high-profile twist in the unfolding political drama. The identities of the accused remain undisclosed as legal proceedings advance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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