In brief
In a significant development, Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered that former President Jair Bolsonaro be placed under house arrest as he faces trial for allegedly plotting a coup, a charge he vehemently denies. The ruling, announced by Judge Alexandre de Moraes, comes after claims that Bolsonaro violated court-imposed restrictions last month. Bolsonaro's legal team has pushed back, asserting that they did not breach any orders and are planning to appeal. The US State Department took a firm stance, declaring the house arrest "unacceptable" and warning that those complicit in such actions will be held to account. Bolsonaro's case has sparked reactions from international figures, including former US President Donald Trump, who has framed the trial as a politically motivated attack. Meanwhile, pro-Bolsonaro demonstrations have erupted across Brazil as support for the former leader remains steadfast.
