Arrest of General Walter Braga Netto

Brazilian police arrested General Walter Braga Netto, a close ally of former President Bolsonaro, accusing him of meddling in an investigation into a coup plot after Bolsonaro lost the election. This arrest brings the investigation closer to Bolsonaro, implicating him and others in crimes against democracy.

Protest against Lithium Mining in Serbia

Tens of thousands of protesters in Serbia rally against lithium mining despite government warnings of a coup plot by Western powers. Protesters fear irreparable pollution in the Jadar valley if the mining proceeds.

Ukrainian Coup Plot Foiled

Ukrainian security service foiled a coup plot that would have benefited Russia, involving plans to remove the country's military and political leadership from power and seize the Parliament building. The alleged perpetrators face charges and possible prison time. The plot emerged ahead of a visit by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a close ally of Russian President Putin.

German Coup Plot Trial

Lead suspect in coup plot case in Germany targeted by prosecutors for organizing demonstrations against pandemic restrictions, accused along with 26 others of conspiring to overthrow the state and install an aristocrat as ruler. Prosecutors allege willingness to use violence and belief in 'Deep State' conspiracy theories. Case expected to last several years.

Trial of Nine Men in Germany for High Treason and Coup Plot

Nine men in Germany are on trial for high treason, attempted murder, and plotting a coup to install an aristocrat as national leader and impose martial law. They are part of the Reichsberger group, aiming to overthrow the system and bring down the government.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro under Investigation for Allegedly Harassing Whale

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is under investigation for allegedly harassing a humpback whale while riding a personal watercraft off Sao Paulo's coast. This is just one of the many legal issues he is facing since leaving office, including being banned from running for office until 2030 and allegations of plotting a coup to remove his successor from power.