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Venezuelan Youth Demand Democracy Amid Political Turmoil

2/15/2026

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Hundreds of protesters gathered in Caracas, Venezuela, on Youth Day to demand the release of political prisoners and a democracy transition after Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan political leader, suffered a downfall.
The peaceful demonstrations expressed dissent against Delcy Rodríguez, head of the interim government.
Activists cited the release of over 430 political prisoners as a positive step while raising concerns about amnesty bill implementation and stability amid United States involvement.

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Hundreds of protesters gathered in Caracas, Venezuela, on Youth Day to demand the release of political prisoners and a democracy transition after Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan political leader, suffered a downfall.
The peaceful demonstrations expressed dissent against Delcy Rodríguez, head of the interim government.
Activists cited the release of over 430 political prisoners as a positive step while raising concerns about amnesty bill implementation and stability amid United States involvement.