Timeline of Flávio Bolsonaro's escape from Brazil to the US after election loss
Following his election loss to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Flávio Bolsonaro has reportedly fled Brazil for the United States. The timeline of his departure remains unclear amid ongoing investigations into corruption and money laundering.
Why it matters
The flight of a high-profile political figure following a contested election outcome highlights ongoing political instability and legal tensions in Brazil.
Flávio Bolsonaro has reportedly fled Brazil, destined for the United States. ( AP: Andre Penner )
Link copied Share Share article Failed presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro has fled Brazil for the United States, which has confirmed it will grant him and his family entry visas .
It comes a day after Mr Bolsonaro vowed to remain in the South American nation to lead the political opposition against Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, known as Lula.
But over a three-day period, the far-right senator's exact whereabouts and exit path out of Brazil have become shrouded in mystery.
Flávio Bolsonaro said he would refuse to concede the election, minutes after his loss was announced by Brazil's electoral authority. ( Reuters: Adriano Machado )
Here is what we know about the timeline of his escape.
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