Venezuela Passes Amnesty Bill Amid Criticism
Venezuela's National Assembly has passed an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of political prisoners, but critics, including some from the Trump administration, have denounced it as 'unjust'.
20 Feb, 00:53 — 20 Feb, 01:38
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Venezuela passes law granting amnesty to some political prisoners
Rights groups and opposition figures warn the legislation does not go far enough
Read full article →Venezuela approves amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners
Venezuela’s National Assembly on Thursday unanimously approved an amnesty law expected to free hundreds of political prisoners, marking a major shift after years of socialist rule. The measure now heads to interim President Delcy Rodríguez, who proposed it following Nicolás Maduro’s removal in a Jan. 3 US raid.
By FRANCE 24
Read full article →Venezuela Passes Amnesty Bill Denounced by Some as ‘Unjust’
The bill may bring the release of hundreds of political prisoners. But many critics say the legislation, passed after major pressure from the Trump administration, raises concerns.
By Max Bearak, Annie Correal, Patricia Sulbarán, Isayen Herrera and Genevieve Glatsky
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