penal

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However, more than 400 are still behind bars, according to pressure group Foro Penal.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Of approximately 1,000 behind bars six weeks ago, 568 remain in prison, according to the nongovernmental organization Foro Penal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Foro Penal, a Venezuelan nonprofit, says there were some 180 military personnel among the political prisoners in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Rodriguez has started releasing political prisoners ahead of the pending amnesty -- more than 400 according to rights group Foro Penal, but with many more still behind bars.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

“He says we are charged under Article 58 of the Soviet Penal Code for counterrevolutionary activities against the USSR,” said Mother.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys