Moraes Warns Ex-Army Commander During Tense STF Testimony

BRASILIA, June 3, 2025 – Tensions ran high today at the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brasilia during the testimony of a former commander of the Brazilian army. Minister Alexandre de Moraes, presiding over the hearing, issued a pointed warning to the witness, emphasizing the legal consequences of providing false information. "The witness cannot omit what they know," Moraes stated, according to video footage released by Estadão. "If you lied to the police, you must admit it here." The video also captures the witness's response and subsequent clarification. The hearing underscores the ongoing scrutiny of the Brazilian military's actions and the government's commitment to transparency and accountability.