International press reports on arrest: ‘repetition of modus operandi’

CNN International also drew attention to signs of escape. According to the American website, the STF was notified of a breach in Bolsonaro’s electronic ankle bracelet in the early hours of today. The page also mentioned the “call for supporters” for the vigil, indicating “a high possibility of an escape attempt.”

The Argentine newspaper Clarín highlighted the “repetition of the modus operandi”. He was referring to Moraes’ statement about Bolsonarism’s repeated attempt “to mobilize its supporters to create confusion and promote its own objectives.” According to the minister, the measure repeats the strategy that preceded the attempted coup before and after the inauguration of President Lula (PT) in 2023.

The French newspaper Le Monde recalled that Bolsonaro was arrested before serving his final sentence. The risk of flight would have occurred “days before he began serving his 27-year sentence for an attempted coup d’état.”

The Associated Press reproduced a review from a Bolsonaro ally. The former president’s advisor Andriely Cirino said that the arrest took place around 6 am, following an “unexpected decision” by Moraes.