A man took his own life with a bomb outside the Brazil Supreme Court after attempting to enter the building. This incident has raised security concerns ahead of the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) summit. #BrazilSupremeCourt
The explosions occurred just five days before the G20 leaders’ summit in Rio de Janeiro, followed by a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping to Brasilia.
The first explosion happened on Wednesday evening in a parking lot near the court, followed by a second blast outside the court. The man’s body was found near the site of the second explosion. Preliminary reports suggest he used explosives after attempting to enter the court.
Leao expressed hope that the incident was the act of a “lone wolf,” but she admitted uncertainty. Police have not confirmed the man’s identity yet, as they face the risk of additional explosives on the body.
The blasts occurred around the Plaza of the Three Powers, a significant square in Brasilia linking Brazil’s main government buildings. On January 8, 2023, the area witnessed riots when supporters of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro vandalized these buildings after his electoral defeat.
Police deployed a bomb squad and an explosive disposal robot to investigate the blasts. The Supreme Court justices had just concluded a session and were safely evacuated. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had departed the executive palace moments before the explosions.
Moreover, officials acted rapidly to address potential threats, deploying a bomb squad to investigate. The Brazil Supreme Court justices had just concluded a session and were evacuated swiftly. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had fortunately left the area moments before the explosions. With heightened security measures, authorities aim to prevent any further disruptions. #BrazilSupremeCourt
