BRASILIA (Reuters) – Brazil’s President Lula has sacked the commander of the Brazilian army. A source familiar with the matter said he would be replaced by Commander Paiva of the Southeastern Command.
The Army and Defense Ministry were not immediately available for comment.
Lula said earlier this week that the intelligence services failed when Bolsonaro’s supporters attacked government offices on Saturday. He also said he suspected collusion by “persons within the military” behind the attack.
Mr. Dealda attended a meeting with Mr. Lula on the 20th with the commander of the Navy and Air Force.
