Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez announces prisoner amnesty
Summary
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced a new amnesty law that might free hundreds of prisoners. The plan aims to cover political incidents from 1999 to the present and will close a notorious prison in Caracas. The National Assembly plans to address this legislation quickly.Key Facts
- Delcy Rodriguez announced an amnesty bill that could free hundreds of prisoners in Venezuela.
- This move follows the U.S. military's abduction of President Nicolas Maduro.
- The amnesty covers political events from 1999 onwards.
- Rodriguez plans to close El Helicoide, a prison known for human rights abuses, and turn it into a community center.
- The National Assembly will discuss the amnesty bill urgently.
- Foro Penal, a prisoners' rights group, estimates 711 political detainees are in Venezuela, with 183 already sentenced.
- Foro Penal welcomes the amnesty but insists it should apply to all without discrimination.
- Government records show over 600 prisoners have been released, though details are unclear.
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