politics
May 6, 2026
Machado thanks OAS call for release of political prisoners in Venezuela
The leader of the Venezuelan opposition, María Corina Machado, reiterated this Wednesday that the dismantling of the repressive apparatus is an indispensable condition to advance towards a democratic transition in the country. In a public statement, Machado affirmed that "the dismantling of repression is indispensable to achieve a genuine transition to democracy and freedom in Venezuela", while demanding the release of more than 500 political prisoners, both civilian and military, who remain detained.
TL;DR
- Dismantling the repressive apparatus is an indispensable condition for a democratic transition in Venezuela.
- More than 500 political prisoners, both civilian and military, are demanding their release.
- Full, unrestricted freedom for all politically detained Venezuelans must be guaranteed.
- There can be no real transition while repressive practices persist.
- International support from organizations like the OAS is acknowledged and appreciated.
- A stable and democratic Venezuela is considered essential for its citizens and the entire hemisphere.
- The release of political prisoners is a priority for rebuilding democratic guarantees and fundamental rights.