Jorge Rodríguez, head of Venezuela's National Assembly and brother of interim president Delcy Rodríguez, stated on state television that "a significant number" would be released immediately. He did not specify the exact number or identities of those being freed.

Spain's foreign ministry confirmed that five Spanish nationals were among those released. Rocío San Miguel, a prominent Venezuelan-Spanish rights activist, was also released, her family confirmed to U.S. media outlets.

The release of political prisoners has been a longstanding demand of the U.S., particularly during periods of heightened repression surrounding elections or protests in Venezuela. Hundreds of political prisoners are believed to be held in the country.

The move comes amid ongoing calls, including from protesters in Colombia, for the release of political prisoners in Venezuela. The Venezuelan government has not yet provided further details regarding the criteria used for selecting prisoners for release or the total number of individuals expected to be freed. The international community is closely watching developments and awaiting further clarification from Venezuelan authorities.