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Brazil's sonaro Indicted for Undeclared Saudi Gifts

Federal Police charge former president with money laundering and criminal association over luxury items received during his term.

  • Bolsonaro faces his second indictment since leaving office, complicating his legal battles.
  • The charges involve undeclared diamond jewelry and luxury watches received from Saudi Arabia.
  • Brazilian law requires declaration of goods worth over $1,000 brought into the country.
  • Bolsonaro's former aide-de-camp and other associates are also indicted in the scheme.
  • The Supreme Court will review the indictment before deciding on formal charges.
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