In brief
On Wednesday, two explosions near the Supreme Court in Brasília resulted in at least one fatality, with authorities investigating further threats.
On Wednesday evening, Brasília was shaken by two explosions that occurred near the Supreme Court, leaving at least one person dead. The blasts struck around 7:30 p.m. local time, just 20 seconds apart, according to Celina Leão, vice governor of the Federal District. The first explosion was reported to have originated from a car parked in the vicinity, while the second blast occurred at the Three Powers Square, a significant area housing the Congress, Supreme Court, and presidential offices.President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was not present at the site during the explosions. Leão revealed that the suspect had attempted to breach the Supreme Court building but failed. The chaotic scene drew firefighters and military police, with initial images indicating a casualty in the plaza. Authorities have yet to remove the body, as there are concerns that more unexploded devices may be present in the area. Anti-bomb squads were deployed to secure the plaza as investigations continue into this alarming incident. The situation remains under close scrutiny as updates emerge.
