Human Rights Watch sees 'pause' in Venezuela repression but urges deeper reforms
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
Human Rights Watch reports a temporary reduction in state violence in Venezuela following interim President Delcy Rodriguez's administration, marking the organization's first assessment visit in nearly two decades. However, the report emphasizes that these improvements remain superficial without comprehensive institutional overhauls and the unconditional liberation of detained opposition figures. The findings suggest cautious optimism tempered by concerns about the sustainability of these changes.
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Human Rights Watch sees 'pause' in Venezuela repression but urges deeper reforms
The organization said overt repression has eased under interim President Delcy Rodriguez, following its first official visit to Venezuela in 18 years. But it also warns that the gains remain fragile without institutional reforms and the release of all political prisoners.
