Brazilian Police Operation in Rio Favela Leaves Over 130 Dead, Sparking International Condemnation

2 days ago7 min read

A massive police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela has resulted in one of the deadliest security interventions in Brazil's history, with the death toll exceeding 130 people. The days-long incursion involved hundreds of officers targeting the Red Command criminal organization's expanding territorial control in the densely populated community.While authorities describe the action as necessary to combat organized crime, human rights groups document disturbing accounts of extrajudicial executions and disproportionate force against predominantly Black, marginalized residents. The operation has ignited fierce debate across Brazil, with security hawks defending aggressive anti-gang tactics while community organizations decry the devastating human toll and deepening cycle of violence. International observers are monitoring the situation closely as Brazil's approach to public security faces renewed scrutiny, raising critical questions about the balance between public safety and fundamental human rights in urban conflict zones.

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#Rio de Janeiro

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