Brazilian Drama: Bolsonaro's Arrest Amid Political Turmoil

Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered the house arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro, accusing him of plotting a coup to stay in power despite his electoral defeat in 2022. This legal action has heightened tensions in a nation already facing a trade dispute with the U.S.

Justice Alexandre de Moraes, overseeing the charges against Bolsonaro, stated that the ex-president flouted precautionary measures by disseminating content through his sons. Bolsonaro's legal team plans to appeal, arguing that his public expressions during a Rio de Janeiro protest do not constitute legal violations.

The case has garnered international attention, especially following derogatory comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump linking U.S. tariffs to Bolsonaro's trial. Despite Bolsonaro supporters' protests, Brazil's government remains silent on the judicial proceedings. The situation signals escalating political challenges as the country nears the 2026 elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)