Venezuela says 131 political prisoners freed amid post-Maduro talks
As detainees granted ‘alternative’ to imprisonment, US welcomes release as crucial step for Venezuela’s reconciliation.
![Former political prisoner Angela Vasquez embraces her brother after her release outside El Rodeo I prison in Guatire, Miranda state, Venezuela, on August 14, 2026. [AFP]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/afp_6a7fb5f3f054-1786754548.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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US to allow Venezuelan government to cover Maduro’s lawyer fees
Defence lawyers had asked for case to be thrown out, claiming Maduro’s rights were violated following US abduction.
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In exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, the US secretary of state downplays US role in the island nation’s fuel crisis.
From: NewsFeed
Protests erupt outside US court over Maduro case
Supporters and opponents of Nicolas Maduro gathered outside a New York court.
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US judge weighs Trump decision to bar Venezuelan funds for Maduro’s defence
Judge Hellerstein declined to dismiss the case against Maduro but questioned US prosecutors about his access to defence.
Venezuela’s Maduro set to again appear in US court: How strong is the case?
March 26 hearing will be second court appearance since Maduro’s January 3 abduction by US military.
Delcy Rodriguez replaces Venezuela’s Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino
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