Brazil bans guns in capital until Lula is sworn in
By DW
30 December 2022 |
7:47 am
The decision by Brazil's Supreme Court follows violent incidents in Brasilia attributed to supporters of right-wing President Jair Bolsonaro. Incoming Justice Minister Flavio Dino praised the ruling.
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