Venezuelan Authorities Detain Amnesty International Manager at Maiquetía Airport

Venezuelan authorities detained Manuel Finol, the manager of Amnesty International Venezuela, at Maiquetía Airport, raising concerns over repression against activism in the country.

Amnesty International reported that Manuel Finol was detained by agents of the Dirección General de Contrainteligencia Militar while arriving at Maiquetía Airport on Thursday.
The detention of Finol, a key figure in Amnesty International, highlights ongoing repression against human rights activists in Venezuela.
Amnesty International condemned the act, emphasizing that such detentions undermine efforts for activism and human rights advocacy within the country.

Por Qué Es Relevante

This incident underscores the increasing risks faced by activists in Venezuela, reflecting broader patterns of governmental repression that threaten freedoms and human rights. It raises alarms about the safety of those advocating for change in a volatile political environment.