2024-11-14 05:40:08
Politics
Terrorism

Explosions Near Brazil's Supreme Court Lead to Evacuation

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In an alarming incident in Brasília, two explosions occurred near Brazil's Supreme Court, leading to the evacuation of judges and staff. The explosions took place in the Praça dos Três Poderes, home to the Supreme Court, the Presidential Palace, and the National Congress. One person died, reportedly by suicide, after attempting to enter the court with explosives.

The blasts, which happened shortly after a court session ended, have raised security concerns, especially with the upcoming G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro and the visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The federal police are investigating the incident, and a bomb squad was deployed to ensure the area was safe. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was not at the Presidential Palace at the time of the explosions.

Authorities have not yet clarified the motives behind the attack, but the Supreme Court has been the target of threats from right-wing groups and supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The General Prosecutor has characterized the explosions as an "attack," though the deceased individual's actions have been described as a "suicide" by local officials.

This incident has put the nation's political heart on high alert, recalling the tensions from the January 2023 riots by Bolsonaro's supporters. As investigations continue, the government and law enforcement agencies are on heightened vigilance to prevent further disturbances.

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