Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro hospitalized with poor health

Former Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro, who led the country from 2019 to 2023, was hospitalized in Brasilia with poor health. This was reported on September 16 by CNN Brazil, citing sources.

"Former President Jair Bolsonaro was taken to a Brasilia hospital on Tuesday afternoon, accompanied by criminal police officers," the publication said.

It is noted that the politician had low blood pressure.

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The former president of the republic faces up to 28 years in prison

Earlier, on September 12, it was reported that Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in prison for an attempted coup. It is noted that seven associates of the former head of state, including high-ranking ministers and officials, were also found guilty in this case.

Bolsonaro was placed under house arrest on August 4 after being accused of attempting a coup in November 2024.

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