Venezuela has approached the United Nations, requesting the immediate release of Nicolás Maduro, the ousted leader who has been detained in the United States. This appeal coincides with a domestic amnesty law initiated by interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, aimed at freeing political prisoners in Venezuela. Maduro's imprisonment follows a U.S. incursion on January 3, which involved bombings in Caracas and neighboring areas, leading to his capture.

Maduro, along with his wife Cilia Flores, was detained during this operation, and both are currently facing drug trafficking charges in New York. Maduro has publicly declared himself a 'prisoner of war,' a stance that underscores the political tensions surrounding his imprisonment. Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil voiced this demand for Maduro's release during a session at the UN Human Rights Council, reinforcing their claim to his constitutional presidency despite international contestation.

This situation adds to the complex geopolitical landscape involving Venezuela and the U.S., where Maduro's regime has been consistently challenged by both domestic discontent and international pressure. The appeal for the UN's intervention reflects Venezuela's ongoing struggles for legitimacy and the impact of political dynamics in the region, particularly as the interim government under Rodríguez attempts to navigate its authority amidst such crises.