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            What happened
          
          
            On October 8, 2025, Brazil's Supreme Court approved the creation of Tanaru National Park in Rondônia, safeguarding the land where the last member of the Tanaru Indigenous people, known as the 'Man of the Hole,' lived in isolation until his death in 2022. The park serves as a memorial and aims to prevent agricultural exploitation of the area. Justice Edson Fachin emphasized that the park represents historical reparation for the violence faced by the Tanaru people. The ruling affirms that the land remains protected despite the absence of its last inhabitant, countering farmers' claims. The decision follows a constitutional complaint filed by the Articulation of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil, highlighting ongoing failures to protect Indigenous rights. The ruling reinforces Brazil's noncontact policy, respecting the self-isolation of Indigenous groups. Tanaru's death sparked concerns about the future of his land, but the court's decision ensures its preservation as a testament to the Tanaru people's legacy.
          
          
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            Key insights
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Historical Reparation
The park serves as a memorial and reparation for the violence against the Tanaru people.
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Protection of Indigenous Land
The ruling affirms that Indigenous land remains protected despite the absence of its last inhabitant.
 
Takeaways
The establishment of Tanaru National Park marks a significant step in recognizing and preserving Indigenous rights in Brazil.