Deadly Rio drug raid could make 'gang violence an electoral issue next year'

A raid led by authorities in Rio de Janeiro against a notorious drug gang has been criticised for its violence, and human rights organisations have called for an investigation. But in a city traumatised by violent crime, this kind of aggressive policing is very much favoured by the population. FRANCE 24's Tim Vickery tells us more from Rio.

Deadly Rio drug raid could make 'gang violence an electoral issue next year'
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It’s an amazing story, composed out of imagination and rich with lessons. You’ll learn how to be morally upright, avoid immoral things, and understand how words can make or destroy peace and harmony.

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It’s an amazing story, composed out of imagination and rich with lessons. You’ll learn how to be morally upright, avoid immoral things, and understand how words can make or destroy peace and harmony.

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A raid led by authorities in Rio de Janeiro against a notorious drug gang has been criticised for its violence, and human rights organisations have called for an investigation. But in a city traumatised by violent crime, this kind of aggressive policing is very much favoured by the population. FRANCE 24's Tim Vickery tells us more from Rio.

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