Solidarity with Cuba, Venezuela and other peoples at Brazil's carnival

During the Brasilia Carnival on February 18, solidarity with Cuba, Venezuela, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and other peoples of the world was shown through flags waving in support of these causes.

The Brasilia Carnival, an annual cultural event in Brazil's capital, featured international solidarity displays on February 18. According to Prensa Latina, flags waved in support of Cuba, Venezuela, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and other peoples facing global challenges. This show of support highlights the carnival's role as a platform for political and humanitarian causes. Specific participants or the exact scale of the displays are not detailed, but the gesture underscores connections between cultural festivals and transnational solidarity. The report comes from Prensa Latina, a Cuban news agency, and notes the presence of these flags during the celebrations.

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