Today, June 20, 2025, brings a whirlwind of updates from Brazil, where political and legal dramas continue to unfold. The former president, Jair Bolsonaro, finds himself embroiled in a complex web of legal challenges. The Brazilian Federal Police have uncovered indications of illegal espionage activities conducted by the Brazilian Intelligence Agency (Abin) during Bolsonaro's tenure, targeting political adversaries. Although the list of those indicted remains confidential, Bolsonaro's name was reportedly confirmed by a senior Federal Police official, alongside over 30 others, including his son Carlos and the deputy Alexandre Ramagem. However, due to previous indictments on similar charges, Bolsonaro's name might not formally appear in the current list. The Prosecutor General's Office now faces the task of deciding whether to pursue charges against him and others involved, independent of the Federal Police's findings.¹ In a separate but related narrative, the Supreme Federal Court (STF) is in the midst of proceedings against Bolsonaro and several former high-ranking officials of his administration, accused of attempting a coup following the 2022 elections. The charges include criminal organization, violent abolition of the democratic state, and others. The trial has reached the final stages, with testimonies and interrogations completed, moving towards the final arguments phase.¹ Meanwhile, the investigation into the so-called "Abin Parallel" continues...

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