The New York Times
Brazilian Investigations into the Ordem do Progresso (ODP) movement have seemingly suggested that a financial link exists between the terrorist organization ISIL and the Brazilian Leader of the Opposition for the ODP, Aecio Neves da Cunha.
A supposed ISIL defector has been interviewed by authorities, and although his name is not being revealed, the video of the interview is being released with this article. The defector has admitted to transferring money to “a variety of terrorist organizations, including the Ordem do Progresso.” Responding to these allegations, the Financial Stability Board conducted investigations and has leaked internal ISIL documents that confirm what the defector said, specifically pinpointing Neves da Cunha as a recipient of ISIS tainted money.
This has huge implications for this vocal opposition group, which has amassed much support from Brazilians who are frustrated with the corrupt and ineffective Brazilian government. The fact that the ODP has been found to be a recipient of ISIL money severely taints its image, and this is sure to hurt the popularity it has so far sustained.
Opposition leader Aecio Neves da Cunha or the leadership of ODP have not yet responded or shown that they are aware of this connection.
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