Brazilian army take to the streets in a display of force in anticipation of the Olympic Games

Monday, July 11th 2016 - 06:07 UTC

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Brazilian soldiers were on the streets last Saturday, checking out spots around the city that will get intense security when the Rio de Janeiro Olympics open in under four weeks. Armored vehicles and trucks carrying troops were accompanied by soldiers decked out in camouflage gear and matching helmets, with rifles slung over their shoulders. The soldiers covered the city, from Copacabana Beach to the central train station and the renovated port area. Read full article

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The “Show of Force” is symbolic [& temporary] and nothing constructive or long-lasting is likely to materialize out of it.

It will remain as just another “show”.

Neither the Police-Forces nor the Armed Forces admit that they are unable - for one reason or another - to take-over & control the favelas and make them “Drug-Dealers Free”!
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