Prison

Bolsonaro completes six months in prison seeking house arrest

February 03, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI Hoton da AI ya samar

Former president Jair Bolsonaro completes six months in prison on Wednesday (4), as allies push for his transfer to house arrest based on medical reports and STF jurisprudence. The decision rests with Minister Alexandre de Moraes, amid political tensions and concerns over the 70-year-old convict's health. The campaign includes efforts by Michelle Bolsonaro and Tarcísio de Freitas, plus expectations for a medical report due this week.

STF transfers Bolsonaro to Papudinha in Brasília

STF Minister Alexandre de Moraes ordered on Thursday (15) the transfer of former President Jair Bolsonaro from the Federal Police Superintendence to the 19th PM Battalion, known as Papudinha, in Brasília. The decision follows family complaints about detention conditions and a recent mild cranial trauma suffered by Bolsonaro. Left-wing politicians mocked the change, highlighting the symbolism of the location.

Reader criticizes Bolsonaro's perks at Papudinha prison

January 15, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the transfer of former President Jair Bolsonaro from Federal Police headquarters to Papudinha prison in Brasília. A medical board will assess Bolsonaro's health before the final decision. Folha readers comment on the alleged privileges the ex-president will receive.

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Nicolas Sarkozy publishes his prison journal

One month after his release from La Santé prison, former president Nicolas Sarkozy publishes his book Journal d’un prisonnier with Fayard on Wednesday. In this 216-page work, he recounts his three weeks of detention, religious reflections, and political critiques. Excerpts reveal an experience marked by isolation and perceived injustice.

Narcotrafficker Ouaihid Ben Faïza returns to prison after controversial leave

November 24, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Ouaihid Ben Faïza, a narcotrafficker sentenced until 2029, returned to Vendin-le-Vieil prison on November 24, 2025, after a controversial leave granted for a job interview. The judicial decision, despite an unfavorable opinion from the prosecutor's office, has sparked outrage among prison unions. The Ministry of Justice confirms he respected the schedule without incident.

The lobas, women's hockey team formed in San Martín prison

In the Unidad Penitenciaria N°47 of San Martín, a group of female inmates formed the Las Lobas hockey team, replacing the routine of confinement with trainings and matches. The sport offers them dreams that go beyond the bars. “We changed the noise of the bars for the ball,” they express.

Gérald Darmanin visits Nicolas Sarkozy at La Santé prison

October 30, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visited former President Nicolas Sarkozy at La Santé prison on Wednesday evening, fulfilling a prior announcement. The meeting, in the presence of the prison director, lasted from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. The visit has drawn criticism regarding judicial independence.

January 08, 2026 03:18