Report: Former Mossad Agent Helped Bolsonaro Escape

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According to CNN Brazil, the Israeli who gained U.S. citizenship accompanied Bolsonaro from Brasilia to Argentina, and from there his family continued by private plane to Florida. According to Israel Hayom, Bolsonaro crossed the border into Argentina in two commercial cars, and from there continued by private plane to Miami.

According to Channel 14, the operation involved the former Mossad agent and senior adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump. Brazilian officials claim the departure was planned in advance under "Operation Alba", and according to Behadrei Haredim, Bolsonaro declares himself the "legitimate leader" and claims political persecution, while the office of President Lula calls his escape a "shameful act".