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Venezuela Releases More Than 100 Political Prisoners As Government Signals Limited Opening

Venezuela Releases More Than 100 Political Prisoners As Government Signals Limited Opening
  • Published January 26, 2026

Venezuelan authorities have released more than 100 people listed as political prisoners, according to the rights group Foro Penal, in what appears to be a partial easing of detentions following months of domestic and international pressure.

The Caracas-based organisation said at least 104 detainees were freed on Sunday, cautioning that the figure remained provisional and could increase as further releases are verified.