The US has urged Venezuela to release its remaining political prisoners, with 322 still detained according to rights group Foro Penal. This follows the release of over 1,000 prisoners since the US military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro in January, who now faces serious charges in New York.
Discussions between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Venezuelan officials also focused on establishing conditions for free and fair elections. Opposition leader María Corina Machado, recently returned from exile, continues to advocate for electoral reforms and a timeline for upcoming elections.
As the US pressures Venezuela for the release of political prisoners, keep an eye on María Corina Machado's push for electoral reforms. The timeline for upcoming elections remains uncertain, but her advocacy could shape the political landscape significantly in the coming months.