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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

At least 40 political prisoners released in Venezuela following government-opposition talks

At least 40 political prisoners, including six women, have been released in Venezuela following the conclusion of initial negotiations between the government and a sector of the opposition. The NGO Foro Penal, which tracks these cases, confirmed the releases are part of an ongoing process.

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Why It Matters

The release of these individuals follows a new round of political dialogue aimed at national transition, impacting the legal status of hundreds of detainees and the composition of the country's judicial system.

Key Facts

  • At least 40 political prisoners were released as of Friday.
  • The releases follow the first round of negotiations between the government and the opposition led by Dinorah Figuera.
  • Six women are among those released, including Emirlendris Benítez.
  • Foro Penal reported 391 political prisoners prior to these releases (228 civilians and 163 military).
  • The government and opposition agreed to replace all judges on the Supreme Tribunal of Justice (TSJ).
  • Parties plan to seek recovery of national assets held in the Bank of England to aid victims of a June 24 earthquake.
  • The June 24 earthquake resulted in at least 6,301 deaths and 18,000 people displaced.
  • The World Bank estimates earthquake damages at 19.6 billion dollars.
  • An Amnesty Law has previously benefited over 8,000 people, mostly under restrictive liberty conditions.

Who's Mentioned

personAlfredo Romero“President of Foro Penal.”organizationForo Penal“NGO tracking political prisoners and providing legal defense.”personNicolás Maduro“Former president mentioned in relation to a 2018 incident.”personDinorah Figuera“Ex-deputy leading a sector of the opposition in negotiations.”personGonzalo Himiob“Vice President of Foro Penal.”personEmirlendris Benítez“One of the released prisoners, previously linked to a 2018 incident.”