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This Thursday afternoon, the Los Palos Grandes square in the Chacao municipality will serve as the stage for the celebration of A vigil for Venezuela‘s political prisonersactivity scheduled from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Relatives of political prisoners were in charge of calling for the vigil, which will seek to draw attention to the recent arrests of figures opposed to the administration of Nicolás Maduro.
Through his X account, the Venezuelan Program for Education-Action on Human Rights (Provide) was in charge of making the invitation: “Let us light up our march towards freedom in peace and as a family, to meet our loved ones and the country we have chosen”.
These types of actions are generated in the midst of numerous arrests by members of the State security forces against opposition political leaders. Names such as those of Freddy SuperlanoRoland Carreño or Beatriz Andrade are just some of those affected in recent days.
On the side of the ruling party it was assured that after the presidential elections of July 28 More than 2,000 protesters have been arrestedwho, according to the government’s version, spoke out through violence.
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2024-09-08 20:46:13
Human Rights Watch
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Venezuela’s Political Prisoners: A Long-Standing Human Rights Issue
Venezuela has been grappling with a significant human rights issue for years, with hundreds of political prisoners being detained and mistreated by the state security forces. The situation has been a subject of concern for human rights organizations, governments, and citizens around the world. In this article, we will delve into the plight of Venezuela’s political prisoners, the forces responsible for their detention, and the efforts being made to address this pressing issue.
The Scale of the Problem
According to the US Department of State’s 2022 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, Venezuela is holding a substantial number of political prisoners, with estimates suggesting that around 300 individuals are being detained for political reasons [[1]]. This number includes not only Venezuelan citizens but also foreign nationals, including at least three Americans who are believed to be wrongfully detained, according to US officials [[3]].
The Forces Responsible
The Venezuelan state security forces implicated in the detention of political prisoners include the DGCIM (General Directorate of Military Counter-Intelligence), municipal police, GNB (Bolivarian National Guard), and CICPC (Científica, Penal y Criminalística Investigations) [[1]]. These forces have been accused of arbitrary arrests, torture, and other forms of mistreatment of political prisoners.
Efforts to Address the Issue
In recent months, there have been encouraging signs of progress. In December 2023, the Venezuelan authorities released at least 21 individuals who had been deprived of liberty for political reasons, a move welcomed by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) [[2]]. Additionally, a US deal aimed at easing sanctions on Venezuela has raised hopes for the release of more political prisoners [[3]].
Civil Society’s Role
Civil society organizations, such as the Venezuelan Program for Education-Action on Human Rights (PROVEA), have been at the forefront of efforts to draw attention to the plight of political prisoners. These organizations have been instrumental in organizing events, such as vigils, to raise awareness about the issue and to demand the release of those unjustly detained.
Conclusion
The detention of political prisoners in Venezuela is a grave human rights issue that requires prompt attention and action. The Venezuelan authorities, international organizations, and civil society must work together to address this problem and ensure that those detained are released and their human rights respected. It is only through collective efforts that we can bring an end to this long-standing issue and promote a more just and peaceful society in Venezuela.
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Human Rights Watch
Venezuela’s Political Prisoners: A Long-Standing Human Rights Issue
Venezuela has been grappling with a significant human rights issue for years, with hundreds of political prisoners being detained and mistreated by the state security forces. The situation has been a subject of concern for human rights organizations, governments, and citizens around the world. In this article, we will delve into the plight of Venezuela’s political prisoners, the forces responsible for their detention, and the efforts being made to address this pressing issue.
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