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Deadly Police Raid in Rio de Janeiro Claims 121 Lives in Major Drug Trafficking Operation
Oct 31, 2025 02:43 am CST
A massive police operation targeting the Red Command drug trafficking organization in Rio de Janeiro's favelas has resulted in 121 deaths, including four police officers. The unprecedented raid led to 113 arrests and the seizure of 118 weapons, while sparking human rights concerns and community protests over what has become one of Brazil's most violent police actions in recent history.
UN Condemns Deadly Police Raids in Rio de Janeiro Favelas: 64 Lives Lost in Anti-Drug Operations
Oct 29, 2025 07:42 am CST
The UN human rights office has expressed horror over police raids in Rio de Janeiro that left 64 people dead, including four officers. Around 2,500 armed personnel targeted drug trafficking operations in northern favelas, prompting international concerns about excessive force in Brazil's marginalized communities and calls for thorough investigations into potential human rights violations.