Why it matters:
The demonstrations highlight growing anti-U.S. sentiment and underscore Maduro’s reliance on public mobilization and militia structures to project power.
The big picture:
Washington has long pressured Maduro’s government through sanctions and threats, challenging his legitimacy. Caracas portrays these moves as violations of sovereignty, mobilizing citizens and militias to reinforce the image of national unity against foreign interference.
What they are saying:
Protesters declared their “firm support for Venezuela’s sovereignty and independence,” joining army forces and chanting against U.S. intervention.
Key points:
- Demonstrations took place across Caracas, drawing citizens from various neighborhoods.
- Participants included the Bolivarian Popular Militia, a civilian defense structure trained in military skills.
- The militia consists of ordinary citizens who temporarily leave their daily jobs to defend the country when needed.
- The protests were framed as a rejection of U.S. hostility and support for Maduro’s leadership.
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