Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was hospitalized at Rio Grande Hospital in Brazil on Friday due to severe abdominal pain caused by complications in his small intestine, stemming from a wound sustained when he was stabbed on the campaign trail seven years ago. The 70-year-old described his condition as stable and without fever, expressing gratitude for the medical team and the support from Brazilians. He may be transferred to Brasilia for further treatment, potentially including another surgery. Bolsonaro’s son Carlos revealed that his father was evaluated for adhesions in his abdomen and underwent tests at a hospital in Santa Cruz before being airlifted to a hospital in Natal. Bolsonaro, a divisive figure in Brazilian politics, has faced multiple hospitalizations related to the stabbing incident, including surgery in 2019 to remove a colostomy bag and treatment for an intestinal blockage in 2022. Recently, Brazil’s Supreme Court ruled that Bolsonaro must face trial over allegations of attempting to overturn the 2022 election results, which he lost to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro has denied any wrongdoing. Stay updated on this developing story on CNN.com.
