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Venezuela Frees Key Opposition Figures Amid U.S. Outreach

Filed: Feb 09, 2026 at 2:52 AM ET
Summary: Venezuela releases 35 political prisoners, but one is reportedly kidnapped shortly after.
WHO: Venezuelan Government, Opposition Figures
WHAT: Release of political prisoners
WHEN: Feb 09, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
WHERE: Venezuela
WHY: To court U.S. support
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