Former Brazilian military chief describes efforts to block Bolsonaro coup plan

Brazil

First seen: Sep 5, 2026, 10:16 AM UTCUpdated: Sep 5, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

A former Brazilian military chief says he resisted an alleged coup attempt involving former President Jair Bolsonaro, at the cost of relationships with former allies. The report concerns Brazil's recent democratic and institutional crisis.

SO WHAT?

It highlights serious pressure on Brazil's democratic institutions and the potential for military involvement in political power struggles.

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aol.co.uken

'It cost me many friendships': former Brazil military chief reveals inside struggle to stop Bolsonaro's coup

Sep 5, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC

theguardian.comen

'It cost me many friendships': former Brazil military chief reveals inside struggle to stop Bolsonaro's coup | Brazil

Sep 5, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC