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Venezuela postpones vote on amnesty bill to protect political dissidents

February 13, 2026 at 03:54 AM
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Venezuela postpones vote on amnesty bill to protect political dissidents

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Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday postponed a landmark amnesty bill meant to halt the use of courts against dissenters after failing to agree on its implementation. Thousands rallied in Caracas demanding the release of political prisoners. The bill would clear charges against opponents of former leaders Nicolas Maduro and Hugo Chavez.

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Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday postponed a landmark amnesty bill meant to halt the use of courts against dissenters after failing to agree on its implementation. Thousands rallied in Caracas demanding the release of political prisoners. The bill would clear charges against opponents of former leaders Nicolas Maduro and Hugo Chavez. This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

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Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday postponed a landmark amnesty bill meant to halt the use of courts against dissenters after failing to agree on its implementation. Thousands rallied in Caracas demanding the release of political prisoners. The bill would clear charges against opponents of former leaders Nicolas Maduro and Hugo Chavez.

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