Liberation Forces of Esteira

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The Liberation Forces of Esteira (Esteiran: Forças de Libertação de Esteira, FLE) is a guerilla group involved in the ongoing Esteiran conflict since it began on January 16, 2003. The FLE was formed shortly after the arrest of opposition political leaders during the 2002 Esteiran-self coup.

Liberation Forces of Esteira
Forças de Libertação de Esteira
LeadersDanilo Brandão
Zezé Rodrigues
Anacleto Câmara
Helena Brito
FoundationApril 10, 2002
Dates of operationJanuary 16, 2003 (2003-01-16)–present
CountryEsteira
Active regionsAmarpa Department and Vidago Department with spillover into neighboring departments.
IdeologyLeft-wing
Size40,000-50,000 (2020)
OpponentsArmed groups
  • Right-wing paramilitary groups

Government