The Venezuelan Parliament will convene on Thursday to discuss a proposed general amnesty law, initiated by Delcy Rodríguez in the context of a politically charged environment following the capture of Nicolás Maduro on January 3 by U.S. military forces. This legislative initiative seeks to offer amnesty for political prisoners but is seen by many experts and families of those imprisoned as having a limited reach. They warn that despite the intentions behind the law, it may not adequately address the needs of all affected by the current political climate in Venezuela.

Pressure from Washington has compelled Rodríguez to consider this amnesty proposal, which could potentially cover a span of 27 years of Chavismo governance. The initiative comes after a series of prisoner releases in anticipation of the law's introduction. However, there are significant reservations from various stakeholders regarding the effectiveness and comprehensiveness of the amnesty, with insiders suggesting that improvements are necessary before it can be deemed acceptable.

The session will take place at an unusual late hour, scheduled for 4:00 PM local time (8:00 PM GMT), with the sole agenda item being the discussion of the amnesty law. This unusual timing may reflect the ongoing tensions and the strategic complexities surrounding the debates within the Parliament, which involves negotiations not just among political factions in Venezuela but also with external international pressures. As this law is deliberated, its potential implications on the political landscape and the fate of political prisoners remain at the forefront of public and diplomatic concern.