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sentence reduction

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Brazil’s Congress Passes Bill to Reduce Sentence for Former President Jair Bolsonaro

Brazil’s Congress has overridden President Lula’s veto of a bill that reduces the prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro, convicted of coup conspiracy. The bill now requires approval from a Supreme Court justice before taking effect.

Apr 30, 2026

World

Myanmar reduces prison terms by one-sixth for all inmates; Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence further commuted

Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing has ordered a one-sixth reduction in prison terms for all inmates, further reducing the sentence of former elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi. The move is the second mass amnesty this month, as the military regime faces ongoing civil conflict and international criticism over political repression.

Apr 30, 2026