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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The samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói paraded on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Sapucaí, with an enredo honoring President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, sparking accusations of early electoral propaganda and religious discrimination against evangelicals. The opposition filed actions with the courts and PGR, while the PT defended the school's artistic autonomy. First Lady Janja Lula da Silva withdrew from participating moments before the parade.

In Brussels, associations from various social sectors in Belgium, political forces, and Latin American residents are promoting a solidarity campaign with Cuba in the face of escalating US aggression. The initiative has reached the headquarters of the European Commission.

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The Barranquilla Carnival, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, embodies the fusion of African, indigenous, and European heritages in Colombia's Caribbean region. Beyond its projected economic boost of over $840 billion—as detailed in prior coverage—this vibrant event calls for active participation under the motto “The one who lives it enjoys it,” with Bogotá and Medellín leading national hotel reservations.

In San Salvador, the Popular Rebellion and Resistance Bloc (BRP) launched a campaign to send aid to the Cuban people, besieged by the United States blockade.

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This weekend, thousands joined 'No Kings' protests in US cities against the current administration's policies and unilateral coercive measures against Cuba. Events occurred across all 50 states, with over 3,300 activities scheduled. In Italy, around 300,000 people rallied for world peace.

In Lima, Peruvians and Cubans residing in Peru joined in a demonstration against the US attempt to cut off oil supplies to Cuba, aiming to cripple its economy and threaten the survival of its people.

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The fifth Patria International Colloquium, dedicated to the centennial of the Commander-in-Chief, has received a strong response with 150 confirmed foreign participants, Ricardo Ronquillo Bello, president of the Union of Cuban Journalists (UPEC), announced. The event, coinciding with the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs victory, will feature workshops, panels, and an exhibition in Havana.

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