Trump: We’ll get those political prisoners released in Venezuela, but first, oil!
January 6, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Trump: We’ll get those political prisoners released in Venezuela, but first, oil!
Just last year, Donald Trump pardoned all 1,500+ January 6th insurrectionists, praising them as “patriots” and “political prisoners” instead of condemning the violence against police and the attack on our democratic institutions.
January 8, 2026 at 5:16 AM
Just last year, Donald Trump pardoned all 1,500+ January 6th insurrectionists, praising them as “patriots” and “political prisoners” instead of condemning the violence against police and the attack on our democratic institutions.
some good news: they're starting to release political prisoners! we don't know how many exactly and this isn't over until they release ALL of them but this is a great start and my mom cried at the news
January 8, 2026 at 10:17 PM
some good news: they're starting to release political prisoners! we don't know how many exactly and this isn't over until they release ALL of them but this is a great start and my mom cried at the news
For MAGA, the 1,600 Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump are not white supremacist cop-beaters, violent criminals & seditious conspiracists: they are “patriots,” “political prisoners” & “hostages.”
MAGA is rewriting history. Democrats will keep telling the truth, the foundation of democracy.
MAGA is rewriting history. Democrats will keep telling the truth, the foundation of democracy.
January 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM
For MAGA, the 1,600 Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump are not white supremacist cop-beaters, violent criminals & seditious conspiracists: they are “patriots,” “political prisoners” & “hostages.”
MAGA is rewriting history. Democrats will keep telling the truth, the foundation of democracy.
MAGA is rewriting history. Democrats will keep telling the truth, the foundation of democracy.
In retaliation for a solidarity event for Palestinian political prisoners in Israel and a screening of the film “Hind Rajab.” For this they shot students.
Israel just shot up a university in Palestine, wounding students.
Just thought you should know.
Just thought you should know.
January 7, 2026 at 12:39 AM
In retaliation for a solidarity event for Palestinian political prisoners in Israel and a screening of the film “Hind Rajab.” For this they shot students.
Desperate plea from Russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after ‘peace deal’
khpg.org/en/1608815415
khpg.org/en/1608815415
Desperate plea from Russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after 'peace deal'
Iryna Danilovych, human rights defender, journalist and Crimean political prisoner, is not alone in stressing that the release of political prisoners, abducted civilians and POWs cannot be held…
khpg.org
January 7, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Desperate plea from Russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after ‘peace deal’
khpg.org/en/1608815415
khpg.org/en/1608815415
Venezuelan authorities began releasing political prisoners, including citizens and foreigners, in what is described as a “unilateral gesture” by the government.
Venezuela announces release of ‘an important number’ of political prisoners
Jorge Rodríguez, the head of Venezuela’s National Assembly and brother of interim president Delcy Rodríguez, said authorities were releasing political prisoners.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 8, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Venezuelan authorities began releasing political prisoners, including citizens and foreigners, in what is described as a “unilateral gesture” by the government.
Venezuela is releasing an "important number" of political prisoners, including foreigners, the head of the country's legislature says.
Venezuela says it will release an 'important number' of political prisoners
The government said it was a "unilateral gesture" to maintain peace; families of those imprisoned have been calling for their release.
nbcnews.to
January 8, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Venezuela is releasing an "important number" of political prisoners, including foreigners, the head of the country's legislature says.
Reporter: Are you going to demand that Delcy Rodriguez allow opposition figures to return or free any political prisoners?
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, we want to do is fix up the oil
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, we want to do is fix up the oil
January 5, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Reporter: Are you going to demand that Delcy Rodriguez allow opposition figures to return or free any political prisoners?
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, we want to do is fix up the oil
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, we want to do is fix up the oil
Desperate plea from russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after 'peace deal'
khpg.org/en/1608815415
khpg.org/en/1608815415
Desperate plea from Russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after 'peace deal'
Iryna Danilovych, human rights defender, journalist and Crimean political prisoner, is not alone in stressing that the release of political prisoners, abducted civilians and POWs cannot be held hostag...
khpg.org
January 7, 2026 at 7:11 AM
Desperate plea from russian prison: Ukrainian political prisoners need to be freed now, not after 'peace deal'
khpg.org/en/1608815415
khpg.org/en/1608815415
A political prisoner in Georgia waving white and red cloths, presumably to symbolize the Georgian flag. 🇬🇪
Activists are standing in front of Gldani prison to wish happy birthday to two prisoners. Georgia now has 120+ prisoners of conscience — more per capita than Russia.
🎥 Nanuka Zhorzholiani
Activists are standing in front of Gldani prison to wish happy birthday to two prisoners. Georgia now has 120+ prisoners of conscience — more per capita than Russia.
🎥 Nanuka Zhorzholiani
January 7, 2026 at 1:32 PM
A political prisoner in Georgia waving white and red cloths, presumably to symbolize the Georgian flag. 🇬🇪
Activists are standing in front of Gldani prison to wish happy birthday to two prisoners. Georgia now has 120+ prisoners of conscience — more per capita than Russia.
🎥 Nanuka Zhorzholiani
Activists are standing in front of Gldani prison to wish happy birthday to two prisoners. Georgia now has 120+ prisoners of conscience — more per capita than Russia.
🎥 Nanuka Zhorzholiani
Q: Are you going to demand that Delcy Rodriguez allow opposition figures to return or free any political prisoners?
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, [all] we want to do is fix up the oil.
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, [all] we want to do is fix up the oil.
January 5, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Q: Are you going to demand that Delcy Rodriguez allow opposition figures to return or free any political prisoners?
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, [all] we want to do is fix up the oil.
Trump: We haven't gotten to that. Right now, [all] we want to do is fix up the oil.
After Nicolás Maduro’s capture, what will the fate of Venezuela’s political prisoners be? Donald Trump’s relative silence on the subject has only raised more doubts. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/k-A4HU
What Will Become of Venezuela’s Political Prisoners?
Jésus Armas, a prominent opposition leader, has been in prison in Caracas for the past year. With the country in turmoil, his mother worries about his fate.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
January 8, 2026 at 2:00 AM
After Nicolás Maduro’s capture, what will the fate of Venezuela’s political prisoners be? Donald Trump’s relative silence on the subject has only raised more doubts. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/k-A4HU
“None of Maduro’s political prisoners have been released as a result of our ousting him, but the doors have been opened to our oil companies.” Harold Meyerson argues that Trump’s invasion is all about oil: trib.al/Ql2SQqg
The Fossil Fuel Empire Strikes Back - The American Prospect
Trump seizes control of Venezuela: Not all our foreign adventures have been crudely about material gain. But this one sure is.
trib.al
January 7, 2026 at 9:45 PM
“None of Maduro’s political prisoners have been released as a result of our ousting him, but the doors have been opened to our oil companies.” Harold Meyerson argues that Trump’s invasion is all about oil: trib.al/Ql2SQqg
Iryna Danilovych, human rights defender, journalist and Crimean political prisoner, is not alone in stressing that the release of political prisoners, abducted civilians and POWs cannot be held hostage to other negotiations
January 7, 2026 at 7:11 AM
Iryna Danilovych, human rights defender, journalist and Crimean political prisoner, is not alone in stressing that the release of political prisoners, abducted civilians and POWs cannot be held hostage to other negotiations
Donald Trump’s relative silence about Venezuela’s political prisoners is making family members anxious about the fate of their loved ones—and their democracy. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/e1_7NB
What Will Become of Venezuela’s Political Prisoners?
Jésus Armas, a prominent opposition leader, has been in prison in Caracas for the past year. With the country in turmoil, his mother worries about his fate.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
January 7, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Donald Trump’s relative silence about Venezuela’s political prisoners is making family members anxious about the fate of their loved ones—and their democracy. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/e1_7NB
Only if Venezuela’s political prisoners are released “will it become clear that we are headed toward a transition where individual freedoms can be respected,” one detainee’s partner said. “Until such time, the dictatorship in Venezuela will be left intact.” newyorkermag.visitlink.me/HbDtP7
What Will Become of Venezuela’s Political Prisoners?
Jésus Armas, a prominent opposition leader, has been in prison in Caracas for the past year. With the country in turmoil, his mother worries about his fate.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
January 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Only if Venezuela’s political prisoners are released “will it become clear that we are headed toward a transition where individual freedoms can be respected,” one detainee’s partner said. “Until such time, the dictatorship in Venezuela will be left intact.” newyorkermag.visitlink.me/HbDtP7
His priorities are revolting.
January 5, 2026 at 5:18 PM
His priorities are revolting.
I know attention here has shifted from Venezuela to MN—and rightly so. But there are confirmed reports that political prisoners in Venezuela are being released right now. I can’t overstate what this means for the Venezuelan people. Unclear whether this is a blip or a real shift, but for now: 💛💙❤️
January 8, 2026 at 6:50 PM
I know attention here has shifted from Venezuela to MN—and rightly so. But there are confirmed reports that political prisoners in Venezuela are being released right now. I can’t overstate what this means for the Venezuelan people. Unclear whether this is a blip or a real shift, but for now: 💛💙❤️
Makes sense, two political prisoners in the most advantageous to US gov jurisdiction
January 6, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Makes sense, two political prisoners in the most advantageous to US gov jurisdiction
#Belarus Marfa Rabkova, coordinator of the Viasna Volunteer Service, turns 31 today. For the sixth time, she marks her birthday behind bars - sentenced to 15 years for her peaceful human rights work.
Marfa and all political prisoners must be released immediately.
Marfa and all political prisoners must be released immediately.
January 6, 2026 at 8:30 AM
#Belarus Marfa Rabkova, coordinator of the Viasna Volunteer Service, turns 31 today. For the sixth time, she marks her birthday behind bars - sentenced to 15 years for her peaceful human rights work.
Marfa and all political prisoners must be released immediately.
Marfa and all political prisoners must be released immediately.
Ales Bialiatski is free and in Norway! We are beyond relieved and happy that our long-term friend and partner is free❤️ Yesterday, Ales made a visit to the NHC. Today, we continue the fight for freedom and democracy in Belarus, 1000+ political prisoners remain behind bars. @beritlindeman.bsky.social
January 8, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Ales Bialiatski is free and in Norway! We are beyond relieved and happy that our long-term friend and partner is free❤️ Yesterday, Ales made a visit to the NHC. Today, we continue the fight for freedom and democracy in Belarus, 1000+ political prisoners remain behind bars. @beritlindeman.bsky.social
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January 4, 2026 at 11:10 PM
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"Freedom is fragile in Belarus," warns dissident Ales Bialiatski, urging the West to maintain pressure on Minsk as more than 1,200 political prisoners remain behind bars despite recent pardons.
January 8, 2026 at 3:21 PM
"Freedom is fragile in Belarus," warns dissident Ales Bialiatski, urging the West to maintain pressure on Minsk as more than 1,200 political prisoners remain behind bars despite recent pardons.
(1/5) The Maduro regime is a criminal enterprise responsible for crimes against humanity, the systematic persecution of dissent, and the continued detention and abuse of thousands of political prisoners, whose basic rights are violated daily in Venezuela’s jails.
January 4, 2026 at 12:33 AM
(1/5) The Maduro regime is a criminal enterprise responsible for crimes against humanity, the systematic persecution of dissent, and the continued detention and abuse of thousands of political prisoners, whose basic rights are violated daily in Venezuela’s jails.