On Thursday, the Venezuelan National Assembly passed a general amnesty bill expected to benefit hundreds of political prisoners, a move linked to the recent arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. government. This legislation, pushed by Delcy Rodríguez, the head of the chavista regime, aims to address offenses committed over the 27 years of chavismo in Venezuela.

One of the key contentious points of the bill is Article 7, which stipulates that individuals seeking amnesty must either be compliant with Venezuelan law or voluntarily surrender to the authorities. This requirement raises questions about the practical implications for prisoners seeking to benefit from the amnesty, as it could pose significant risks for those who have been in opposition or evaded the regime's judiciary in the past.

The approval of this law may signal a shift in the current political dynamics in Venezuela, especially in light of international pressures following the arrest of Maduro. It could provide a pathway for reconciliation, albeit under the condições set by the current government, which remains controversial among opposition groups and human rights advocates.