Venezuela police release 7 opposition marchers, retain sound equipment

Caracas police released seven detainees from Thursday's opposition march led by María Corina Machado but confiscated their sound equipment, per Vente Venezuela's human rights committee. The move signals continued selective repression ahead of the 2026 electoral cycle, though the release itself is a minor de-escalation. The retained equipment suggests authorities aim to hinder future mobilization.

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