In response to the January 3rd airstrike on Caracas and surrounding Venezuelan territories—an operation authorized by U.S. President Donald Trump—a significant political coalition has emerged in Brazil. The initiative, originating from Caracas as part of a worldwide movement, has led to the establishment of a unified committee dedicated to advocating for the release of President Nicolás Maduro and First Combatant Cilia Flores, who were reportedly apprehended during the military action.
The newly formed committee represents a broad alliance of political and social organizations, including journalists, members of Brazil’s Workers’ Party (PT), the Communist Party of Brazil, the Antifascist International, and the Brigade for Peace in Latin America and the Caribbean. Despite varying political perspectives among its founding members, the group has committed to a common objective: amplifying the Venezuelan narrative within Brazil and reinforcing international solidarity.
According to reports from Prensa Latina, the committee’s primary mission extends beyond immediate diplomatic efforts. It seeks to foster stronger people-to-people connections and ensure the Venezuelan situation receives comprehensive and effective media coverage in Brazil. Prominent figures within the movement, such as Pedro Batista and Flavia Rodrigues, have emphasized the critical need for organizational unity. They highlighted several preliminary actions already undertaken to support the release of the detained officials and stressed that consolidating this diverse coalition is paramount to achieving their humanitarian and political goals.