Overview
- Opposition and rights groups report roughly 11 to about 21 people freed since Thursday, far below the 800–1,200 detainees they track.
- Spain confirmed five citizens were released and flown to Madrid, including Venezuelan‑Spanish activist Rocío San Miguel.
- Opposition figures Enrique Márquez and Biagio Pilieri were released, with reports that some freed detainees face restrictions on statements and social media.
- Relatives kept vigil outside El Rodeo I and El Helicoide as officials provided no lists or timelines, and journalists reported intimidation near detention facilities.
- Venezuela said formal contacts with the United States have resumed and a U.S. delegation arrived, as President Trump praised the releases and said he halted further strikes.