Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva smiles during a meeting with members of Congress at Planalto Palace, the office of the president, in Brasilia, Brazil, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023.

Lula consolidates support in Brazil

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Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva smiles during a meeting with members of Congress at Planalto Palace, the office of the president, in Brasilia, Brazil, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023.

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva appears to be consolidating support, almost a week after a mob of supporters of the previous president, Jair Bolsonaro, rampaged the seat of power in Brasília. And, human rights groups are raising alarms about the high number of recent death sentences and imprisonment of protesters in Iran. The United Nations has accused Tehran of “weaponizing” the criminal justice system. Also, Kenya’s LGBTQ community is seeking answers about the death of gay fashion designer and model Edwin Chiloba. Last week, Chiloba’s body was found shoved in a metal trunk in western Kenya. Plus, Sweden lifts a law requiring a permit for public dancing.

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Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, center, President of the Supreme Court Rosa Weber, center right, are accompanied by governors and ministers for an inspection visit and support for the Supreme Court headquarters.
Brazilians rally behind Lula after violent rampage in Brasília 
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