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Venezuelan Cadets Freed Amid Torture Allegations and Amnesty

2/25/2026

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In Venezuela, cadets from a military academy jailed for nearly a year over an alleged conspiracy linked to Call of Duty were released under a new amnesty law.
Since the law's enactment, over 2,000 detainees have been released, though many remain imprisoned.
Freed cadets report mistreatment and torture during detention, drawing criticism of the justice system.
Foro Penal continues to document testimonies, underscoring concerns about political repression in Venezuela.

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Story summary

In Venezuela, cadets from a military academy jailed for nearly a year over an alleged conspiracy linked to Call of Duty were released under a new amnesty law.
Since the law's enactment, over 2,000 detainees have been released, though many remain imprisoned.
Freed cadets report mistreatment and torture during detention, drawing criticism of the justice system.
Foro Penal continues to document testimonies, underscoring concerns about political repression in Venezuela.