The condition of former Brazilian President Bolsonaro has improved, he may be allowed house arrest
Kyiv • UNN
The health condition of the former Brazilian president has improved after treatment for pneumonia. The prosecutor supported changing the terms of imprisonment due to clinical recommendations from doctors.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been transferred to a regular hospital ward after being treated for pneumonia. Against this backdrop, authorities are considering changing the terms of his sentence. This is reported by AP, writes UNN.
Details
According to doctors, Bolsonaro's condition has improved since his hospitalization in mid-March. He was initially placed in a semi-intensive care unit, but is now in a regular ward.
No exact discharge date has been announced yet. He was admitted to the hospital after his health deteriorated in prison.
Possible house arrest
Brazilian Attorney General Paulo Gonet supported the idea of transferring Bolsonaro to house arrest.
The clinical development of the former president's condition recommends a change to house arrest
The decision must be made by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is handling the case.
Case context
Bolsonaro, who led Brazil from 2019-2022, is serving a 27-year prison sentence for organizing an attempted coup in 2023.
His family and allies have repeatedly requested a change in the terms of his sentence, citing health reasons.