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Two Explosions Outside Brazil's Supreme Court Kill Suspected Bomber, Prompt Evacuation Ahead of G20

Nov 14, 2024, 01:20 AM

Two explosions occurred outside Brazil's Supreme Court in Brasília on Wednesday night, resulting in the death of a man who was reportedly attempting to enter the building with explosives. The suspect, believed to be a suicide bomber, detonated devices near the Justice statue in front of the court. The incident prompted the evacuation of justices and staff from the Supreme Court. Authorities are investigating the attack, which has heightened security concerns ahead of the G20 summit that Brazil is set to host.