Protests erupt in Rio after deadly raid, denouncing use of excessive force
• Oct 30, 2025, 10:27 AM
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Dozens of favelas residents gathered in front of the state’s government headquarters shouting “assassins!” and waving Brazilian flags stained with red paint, a day after Rio's deadliest raid. Protesters are denouncing excessive force and call for the Rio’s governor to resign. In the meantime, Brazilian President Lula was "shocked" at the number of fatalities, but said authorities still needed to tackle organised crimes.
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