Total of people released exceeds 2 thousand; Government also allowed asylum opponents at the Argentine embassy in Caracas to receive an electric generator after spending 100 days without light
It announced it, on Monday (3), the release of 110 protesters who were detained as a result of protests against the reelection of. With this action, the total number of people released reaches more than 2,000. The release occurred after a “verification process” and were influenced by requests from countries such as Brazil and Colombia, which have been pressured by changes in the country’s political scenario. During last year’s protests, more than 2,400 individuals were arrested, resulting in 28 deaths and about 200 injured.
Among the recently, Cristian Albornoz and Carlos Valecricillos stand out, who faced serious mental health problems while being imprisoned. Currently there are still at least 300 political prisoners awaiting their release. In addition to the release, the Venezuelan government allowed asylum opponents at the Argentine embassy in Caracas to receive an electric generator after spending 100 days without electricity. This measure aims to improve the living conditions of the asylums, which face significant difficulties in their current situation.
The opposition, in turn, is requesting the issuance of safe conduct so that opponents in the embassy can leave Venezuela.
*Report produced with the aid of AI
Published by Matheus Oliveira
