Venezuela to release ‘important number’ of detainees

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Tiago Rogero South America correspondentJanuary 8, 2026 at 08:47 PM
Venezuela to release ‘important number’ of detainees

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Following the US seizure of Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela announced the release of an unspecified "important number" of detainees, framed as a gesture to promote peace. The move comes amid estimates that Venezuela holds 800-1,000 political prisoners, largely from protests after the disputed 2024 election. Spain confirmed the release of five Spanish nationals, including Rocío San Miguel, a dual national human rights defender detained in February. Prior to this announcement, it was estimated over 40 foreign nationals were detained in Venezuela, including around 20 Spaniards and five US citizens. The announcement is being met with caution, as previous promises of releases were not fully realized.

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