Jair Bolsonaro and the ICC

Jair Bolsonaro could face charges of crimes against humanity.

Indigenous leaders and human rights groups are urging the court to investigate Bolsonaro for his dismantling of environmental policies and violations of indigenous rights, which they say amount to ecocide.

William Bourdon, a Paris-based lawyer, submitted a request for a preliminary examination to the international criminal court.

<p>The chief prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, will determine whether there are grounds for an investigation against Bolsonaro.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Since Bolsonaro took office, vast stretches of the rainforest have been destroyed and traditional communities threatened. Deforestation has soared nearly 50% in two years and has reached its highest level.</p> Signup and view all the answers