Venezuela releases imprisoned opposition figures, which Trump says U.S. requested
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Key Points:
- Venezuela released several high-profile opposition figures, activists, and journalists, including both citizens and foreigners, as a gesture to "seek peace" shortly after former President Nicolás Maduro was captured by U.S. forces on drug-trafficking charges.
- U.S. President Donald Trump praised the acting Venezuelan government led by Delcy Rodríguez for cooperating with U.S. demands, calling the releases a positive response to U.S. requests.
- Among those freed were opposition leader Biagio Pilieri, former electoral candidate Enrique Márquez, and five Spanish citizens, including human rights activist Rocío San Miguel; families of detainees expressed hope but remained cautious amid ongoing political repression.
- Human rights groups and opposition figures viewed the releases with cautious optimism, emphasizing the need
