In brief
A series of explosions in Brasília, Brazil, near the Supreme Court resulted in at least one death, prompting extensive police and anti-bomb operations in the area.
In a shocking incident in Brazil’s capital, Brasília, two explosions rocked the vicinity of the Supreme Court on Wednesday evening, resulting in at least one fatality. The blasts, which took place approximately 20 seconds apart around 7:30 p.m. local time, occurred close to the Three Powers Square, an area prominent for its governmental buildings.Celina Leão, vice governor of the Federal District, reported during a news conference that the first explosion originated from a car in a parking area nearby. Shortly thereafter, the second explosion triggered outside of Brazil’s Congress, Supreme Court, and presidential offices. Fortunately, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was not present in the area at the time of the incidents.Leão indicated that the suspected perpetrator had attempted to breach the Supreme Court building prior to the explosions. Images from the scene revealed a casualty lying in the plaza, leading firefighters to confirm that one person had died. They noted, however, that the recovery of the body was delayed due to the potential presence of unexploded devices in the vicinity.In response to the blasts, military police and anti-bomb personnel commenced sweeping efforts throughout the area to ensure public safety. This unfolding situation has generated a climate of heightened alert in the capital. Further updates are anticipated as authorities continue to assess the scene.
