Around 2,500 police officers and soldiers launched a large-scale raid against drug traffickers in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of at least 60 suspects and the arrest of 81 others, officials said.
Thursday 30 October 2025
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Major Rio police raid leaves 60 suspects dead
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