Brazil

A significant portion of Brazilians feel unsafe in their cities, especially when walking at night or in their own neighborhoods, with 34% reporting feeling very unsafe after dark and an additional 26% feeling somewhat unsafe, according to a compilation of various news articles. The survey also suggests that ideological preferences, such as support for President Jair Bolsonaro or the Workers’ Party, may influence individuals’ perception of security. However, it is important to note that the accuracy of these findings should be further verified.

Renault, the French automaker, is investing in Brazil and allocating over $400 million to develop a new vehicle platform that can produce both combustion engines and electric vehicles. While Renault has not provided a specific timeline for electric car manufacturing in Brazil, they plan to introduce an electric version of their Kangoo van in October. The company acknowledges the competition from Chinese automakers in the Brazilian market and is advocating for government support and incentives to promote electric vehicle production.

Brazil’s Supreme Court rejects proposed cut-off date for Indigenous land claims, citing constitutional guarantees of Indigenous rights to ancestral lands, in a decision celebrated by Indigenous groups as a victory against the agribusiness lobby and with broader implications for climate change efforts.

Armed police officers have been deployed to health units across Salvador, Brazil, in response to a worsening security crisis, including robberies, violence, and shootings, leading to the closure of health units and the reduction of services. The situation has also impacted educational institutions and poses a threat to the safety of healthcare professionals and patients, emphasizing the need for improved security measures and government intervention.

Multiple shootings and hostage situations occurred in Salvador, Brazil, primarily in the central neighborhoods of Alto das Pombas and Calabar, involving criminal organizations Comando Vermelho and Bonde do Maluco. The police successfully negotiated the release of seven hostages and arrested three individuals, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with criminal organizations in Salvador. The collaboration between law enforcement and the community is crucial in maintaining peace and security in the affected neighborhoods.

Fourteen people have tragically died in a plane crash in Brazil’s northern Amazonas state.

Brazil’s Supreme Court has made a landmark ruling in favor of Indigenous rights by striking down the “marco temporal” argument, which aimed to establish a time limit for Indigenous groups to make claims to their ancestral territory. The decision has been widely celebrated by Indigenous groups and human rights organizations, and it will have a profound impact on the future of Brazil’s Bill 490, which seeks to restrict the creation of new Indigenous reservations. The fate of the bill now rests with Brazil’s Senate, with a vote expected next week.

Manchester United’s striker, Antony, is currently embroiled in assault allegations, leading him to delay his return to the club until further notice. The club acknowledges the accusations, supports Antony’s absence during the investigation, and expresses its commitment to condemn acts of violence and abuse. Both Brazilian and UK authorities are actively investigating the allegations, while Antony has denied any wrongdoing.

Brazilian footballer Antony Matheus dos Santos, known as Antony, has been dropped from the national squad amidst allegations of domestic violence.

Aecio Lucio Costa Pereira has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by the Brazilian Supreme Court, marking the first conviction related to the January 8 riot that occurred after President Bolsonaro’s electoral defeat to President Lula da Silva and caused significant unrest in Brazil.