Hopes rise in Venezuela as amnesty is proposed, but doubts linger

The World

A month after US forces captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, some signs of change are emerging — from small protests to opposition figures resurfacing. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has proposed a sweeping amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners. But families and human rights groups remain wary. The World takes a look at the hopes and doubts behind the proposal.

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