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Amnesty in Venezuela: the release process begins
The law advances with almost 400 applications. The judicial system has 15 days to decide on the releases.
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Venezuelan amnesty receives criticism for being insufficient
Venezuela's new amnesty law draws criticism for its limited scope and discretion, leaving thousands still under restriction.
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Venezuela approves amnesty for political prisoners
The National Assembly approves a law to release hundreds of political detainees, in a gesture towards reconciliation.
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More political prisoners released in Venezuela
The NGO Foro Penal reports the release of at least 22 people, including a journalist, in various centers in the…
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Activist Javier Tarazona is released after more than four years in custody
After more than four years in detention, activist Javier Tarazona was released in the middle of a release process promised…
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Venezuela proposes general amnesty after the fall of Maduro
The government announces a law to free opponents, but the figures and reactions show a complex picture.
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Prisoners released in Venezuela under international pressure
Dozens of inmates are released while the US puts pressure and the official figures are questioned by advocacy organizations.
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Venezuela asks the UN to verify figures of those released from prison
The Government announces 626 released and requests verification from the UN, while civil organizations report much lower figures.
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Nicaragua releases dozens of detainees under pressure from the United States
A measure that responds to growing external pressure, while reports of harassment and surveillance against those released persist.
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Venezuela and the US evaluate reopening embassies after Maduro’s capture
After a week of dramatic turns, both governments send delegations to evaluate the viability of reopening their diplomatic headquarters closed…