Venezuela has made military movements in the border region with Brazil, raising concerns about escalating geopolitical tensions in South America. Sources indicate that these activities take place in the context of the territorial dispute with Guyana over the Essequibo region, but also have direct implications for Brazil due to its proximity to the border.
Recently, posts on social networks and reports from residents near the Venezuelan-Brazilian border have suggested the presence of Venezuelan troops, including Russian-made armored vehicles, in Brazilian territory, although this information has not been confirmed by official Brazilian government sources. “Troops of the dictator, Nicolas Maduro, are crossing the Brazilian border armed,” said a post on X, but experts warn that this needs to be verified, given the potential for misinformation on social networks.
The Brazilian government has responded cautiously, increasing vigilance at the border and preparing for any eventuality. Operation Atlas, scheduled for November 2025, is an example of this preparation, focusing on training troops for maneuvers in tense scenarios with Venezuela. “Brazil will never allow Venezuela to invade Guyana using Brazilian territory,” declared Brazilian Defense Minister José Mucio Monteiro last December.
Venezuela, for its part, has justified its moves as part of regular military exercises, called “Escudo Bolivariano,” but the temporary closure of the border with Brazil during these exercises raises suspicions about the Maduro government’s true intentions.
The situation is closely monitored by international analysts, who see in this scenario a combination of internal Venezuelan politics, where Maduro seeks to strengthen his image as a strong leader, and the dispute over the Essequibo, which could escalate into a wider conflict in the region. However, so far, there is no concrete evidence of an invasion of Brazil by Venezuela.
The international community, including organizations such as the UN, has been urged to monitor the situation, with calls for both countries to seek peaceful resolutions to the tensions.