Brazil: Authorities conducting security operation in Rio de Janeiro June 25

Authorities are conducting a security operation in Cidade de Deus in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro on June 25. Suspects are blocking roads in the area with burning debris; disruptions have been reported along Estrada Miguel Salazar Mendes de Moraes. There are no reports of ongoing armed clashes or casualties associated with the police operation at this time.

Heightened security and disruptions to business and traffic are likely in the affected area in the coming hours. Transport disruptions along key thoroughfares in the West Zone of the city cannot be ruled out. Violence and armed clashes in the area during the police operation cannot be ruled out.