Brazil declares war on Venezuela. The majority of Brazilian troops, armor and air units are moved northwest - into French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, and Peru. The borders with Argentina and Uruguay are fortified.
It is urged that other members of SADA proclaim their neutrality, and that they do not allow troop movement from either side within their borders.
Brazil's navy begins blockading the Panama Cbrown town and demands their surrender