explosions nearby Supreme Court of Brazil and Congress in the capital Brazil It killed one person and caused the evacuation of judges and staff.

Two explosions shook the capital on Wednesday night Before leaders of G20 countries are expected to meet inside Rio de JaneiroThis was followed by the official visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

While the first explosion occurred in the parking lot near the courthouse, another explosion was heard in front of the courthouse approximately 20 seconds later. A man was found lying on the ground in front of the courthouse.

Federal district deputy governor Celina Leao said preliminary information suggested the man, who has not yet been identified, detonated the explosives after trying to enter the court.

Ms Leao hoped the explosions were a “lone wolf” attack but said she could not be sure. “We consider this a suicide because there was only one victim. However, investigations will show whether this is really the case.”

Police deployed a bomb squad, including an explosive disposal robot, to scan and investigate the explosion. Police have not yet determined the reason behind the attack.

When the explosions occurred at around 19.30, the court judges and staff had just finished the plenary session. Officials said they exited the building safely.

“Finally (Supreme CourtThe court said that two loud explosions were heard during Wednesday’s session and the ministers were safely removed from the building.

Shortly after, all access to the court and Congress area was blocked.

Presidential Spokesperson José Chrispiniano Luiz Inacio Lula da SilvaHe said the 79-year-old leader was not in the neighboring presidential palace at the time of the explosion.

Attorney General Jorge Messias said federal police “will meticulously and urgently investigate the explosions that occurred around Three Powers Plaza.”

The explosions occurred around the Square of the Three Powers, the capital’s iconic square that connects the three branches of the federal government. This was the site of last year’s January 8 riots When supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro stormed the buildings.

“I strongly condemn the attacks on the Federal Supreme Court and the House of Representatives. I express my solidarity with the ministers and MPs,” the attorney general said on X on Wednesday.

“We need to understand the motivation behind these attacks and restore peace and security as quickly as possible.”