The United States government has expressed great concern after the arrest of the Venezuelan Human Rights activist, Rocío San Miguel.
This was stated this Tuesday John Kirbyone of the White House spokespersons, who assured that Joe Biden’s administration is closely following the case of San Miguel, who was detained last Friday by members of the Dgcim at the Maiquetía international airport, when she was planning to take a flight to Miami with his daughter, according to Efe.
Kirby called on the administration of Nicolás Maduro to comply with all the agreements planned in order to improve democracy in Venezuela.
The president of the NGO Citizen Control is being accused of having participated in an attempted conspiracy against Maduro and other senior officials, as well as for their involvement in alleged attacks against military units and other institutions in the country.
“We are deeply concerned about this. Mr. Maduro needs to follow through on the commitments he made in late fall about how he will treat civil society, activists, opposition parties, and even those members of Venezuelan society who want to run for office. You have to fulfill those commitments”said the spokesperson.
In the same way He forcefully rejected speculation about how the United States could respond to the arrest of San Miguel and other actions of the Nicolás Maduro administration, such as the disqualification from holding public office of political leaders, including opposition leader María Corina Machado.
The UN mission for Venezuela, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) and hundreds of human rights organizations have demanded in recent hours the release of San Miguel, whose detention conditions are not yet known.
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**Interview with Human Rights Expert, Dr. Ana Moreno**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Moreno. The recent arrest of Rocío San Miguel has sparked significant concern from the U.S. government and human rights organizations. What are your thoughts on the implications of her arrest for civil society in Venezuela?
**Dr. Moreno:** It’s a troubling development that underscores the ongoing repression in Venezuela. San Miguel is a respected human rights activist, and her detention sends a chilling message to others in civil society. It raises questions about the future of activism in such a repressive environment.
**Interviewer:** John Kirby emphasized that the U.S. is closely watching this situation and urged the Maduro administration to uphold its commitments to improve democracy. Do you think international pressure will have any real impact on the Maduro government?
**Dr. Moreno:** While international pressure can bring attention to the situation, its effectiveness depends on the Maduro regime’s willingness to change. Historically, the government has shown little regard for external criticism. However, sustained advocacy may create some leverage, especially if it coincides with broader discontent among the Venezuelan population.
**Interviewer:** The accusations against San Miguel involve conspiracy and attempts against military units. How do you view these charges in the context of the government’s crackdown on dissent?
**Dr. Moreno:** These charges appear to be baseless and serve as a cover for silencing dissent. It’s a tactic often employed by authoritarian regimes to delegitimize activists and instill fear. The allegations are likely more about quelling opposition than about any real threat to national security.
**Interviewer:** Considering the opposition leader María Corina Machado has also faced disqualification from public office, what does this mean for the future of democracy in Venezuela?
**Dr. Moreno:** The disqualification of leaders like Machado reveals a systematic effort to dismantle any viable opposition. This undermines democratic prospects and ensures that the regime remains unchallenged. For democracy to thrive, there must be free and fair elections, but the current trajectory suggests further degradation of democratic norms.
**Interviewer:** As public awareness grows around these issues, what can ordinary citizens do to support the cause of human rights in Venezuela?
**Dr. Moreno:** Ordinary citizens can engage in advocacy by educating themselves and others about the situation in Venezuela, supporting human rights organizations, and pressuring their own governments to take a stand. Informed and active public opinion can be a powerful force for change.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Moreno, for sharing your valuable insights.
**Debate Question for Readers:** What do you think is the most effective way for the international community to support human rights in Venezuela, given the challenges posed by the Maduro administration?
