‘It’s a farce’: families of Venezuela political prisoners still await their release

Following Nicolás Maduro's arrest by US forces, Venezuela's acting leader announced the release of political prisoners. Families of those incarcerated have gathered outside the Zone 7 detention center in Caracas, demanding the release of their loved ones. While some prisoners have been freed, advocacy group Foro Penal estimates over 600 remain jailed. Activists believe the slow release rate is a tactic to alleviate international pressure without genuine change. Families are frustrated by the lack of progress and fear for the well-being of those still imprisoned, including concerns about new arrests.

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