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Brazil protest turns terrifying as lightning injures 70+ people

Brazil protest turns terrifying as lightning injures 70+ people
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Today, 10:17

In the capital of Brazil, Brasília, during a severe thunderstorm, lightning struck near people waiting for the start of a protest in support of jailed former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently serving a 27-year sentence for orchestrating a coup attempt. At least 72 people were injured. Up to 30 demonstrators have been rushed to hospital.