Thousands of people participated in Venezuela's first major opposition demonstration since Nicolás Maduro's removal, marking a significant political shift in the country.
On Thursday, thousands of Venezuelans gathered for the first significant demonstration of the opposition since Nicolás Maduro was ousted by a U.S. military operation a month ago. The protest, marked by chants of 'We are not afraid!', took place around the Central University of Venezuela in Caracas, in celebration of Youth Day and prompted by student movements. The rally underscores a resurgence of political mobilization among opposition groups after the recent turbulence in the country's leadership.
This demonstration is particularly notable as it comes after the U.S. captured Maduro on January 3rd, an event that included military bombings across Venezuela. Following Maduro's removal, Delcy Rodríguez, who was serving as his vice president, has assumed the interim leadership and has indicated a possible end to the long-standing political repression that characterized 27 years of Chavista regimes, responding to external pressures, especially from Donald Trump.
The protest is not only a milestone for the opposition but also reflects broader calls for a historical amnesty law that has gained traction in the current political climate. Signs advocating for 'Amnesty Now!' were displayed prominently, highlighting the collective demand for political change and justice as Venezuela moves forward in a post-Maduro era, challenging the legacy of years of authoritarian rule.
