September 21, 2016 2:39 PM

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Former Brazilian President Lula da Silva to stand corruption trial

In Brazil, former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will stand trial on corruption and money laundering charges over an alleged scheme at the state oil company, Petrobras. <br/><br/>Judge Sergio Moro, who is overseeing Operation Car Wash, the investigation into corruption allegations at Petrobras, said there was sufficient evidence of Lula's responsibility. Prosecutors accused he accepted 3.7 million reais in bribes connected to the multi-billion dollar scheme.<br/><br/>Lula had already been charged in August with allegedly obstructing investigations. Lula has denied any wrongdoing and said the accusations are politically motivated.

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