Bolsonaro Seeks Passport Return for Israel Visit Amid Legal Challenges

The former Brazilian president's request follows a controversial stay at the Hungarian embassy, as he faces ongoing investigations.

Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil's former president, has requested the return of his passport to accept an invitation from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a visit in May.
Bolsonaro's passport was seized as part of a police raid in February amid allegations of coup-mongering and his involvement in plotting to overturn the 2022 presidential election results.
The request for passport return follows revelations of Bolsonaro's stay at the Hungarian embassy in Brazil, sparking speculation of seeking support or political asylum from far-right leaders.
Bolsonaro's legal team argues that the trip to Israel, scheduled from May 12 to 18, will not interfere with ongoing legal processes he faces in Brazil.
Bolsonaro has faced a series of legal troubles since leaving office, including being barred from running for office until 2030 due to his actions undermining Brazil's electoral system.