In Venezuela, twenty-three prisoners were released on Sunday as part of an amnesty law that was adopted under pressure from the United States. The NGO Foro Penal announced this development, adding that the law has been controversial due to its exclusion of many political prisoners. Among the released was Juan Freites, a member of the opposition party led by Maria Corina Machado, who welcomed him back on social media, signaling continued activism for political reform in the nation.

Prior to this latest release, the Venezuelan judicial system had previously granted freedom to 379 political prisoners under the same amnesty law. This law has stirred up significant discourse regarding the treatment of political dissidents in Venezuela and the international community's role in urging such reforms. However, many prisoners have expressed grievances, claiming that they have been unjustly excluded from the benefits of the amnesty.

On the same day of the new releases, over 200 prisoners reportedly went on hunger strike, protesting their exclusion from the amnesty provisions. This indicates a growing tension within the prison system and showcases the desperation among those advocating for political change. The situation highlights the complex dynamics involved in Venezuela's struggle for human rights and the role of international pressure in shaping internal political measures.