Lula to stand trial for corruption

Brazil's former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will stand trial on corruption charges, a crusading federal judge ruled on Tuesday, adding more turbulence to the country's chaotic political landscape.

Standing trial: Brazil's former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
Standing trial: Brazil's former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
Published 21 September 2016, 00:18Updated 25 October 2016, 15:04