The arrest of Rocío San Miguel was recognized Activist and expert on military issues Venezuelans, has sparked an explosion of reactions at the national and international levels. He Public Ministry The Venezuelan president confirmed his arrest on charges of being linked to an alleged plot to attack the president Nicolas Maduro and senior state officials as part of Operation White Bracelet.
This event highlights not only the political tensions in the country, but also the crucial role of human rights defenders and military experts in the public debate.
Rocío San Miguel arrested for alleged conspiracy against Nicolás Maduro
The Attorney General Tarek William Saab announced the arrest of San Miguel, which he justified by his alleged involvement in the Brazalete Blanco conspiracy, which included plans to do so assassination and attacks on military units.
This operation has triggered a series of investigations aimed at clarifying the context and scope of the plot in question. Despite the seriousness of the allegations, the lack of public evidence and the opacity of the process have sparked criticism and concern among various organizations and political actors inside and outside Venezuela.
Who is Rocío San Miguel, the activist imprisoned in Venezuela?
Rocio San Miguel is a prominent figure in the field of national security and defense in Venezuela and leads the NGO Citizen Controlwhich monitors the actions of the armed forces and promotes transparency and respect for human rights.
His career includes staunch opposition to the governments of Hugo Chavez And Nicolas Maduro, which led to him being the target of retaliation, such as his dismissal after signing a recall referendum against Chávez and his subsequent inclusion on the Tascón list. His arrest highlights the ongoing tensions between the state and critical voices in Venezuela.
Amnesty International calls for the release of Rocío San Miguel
San Miguel's detention has attracted widespread international attention, with Amnesty International leading calls for his immediate and unconditional release. This organization has highlighted the case as a possible example of enforced disappearance and called for respect for the activist's human rights and the precautionary measures adopted in her favor by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.
The mobilization of various NGOs and political parties to oppose his arrest underscores global concerns about the human rights situation in Venezuela.
Amnesty International called for the “immediate and unconditional release of Rocío San Miguel.” Photo: @amnestia/X
“We alert the world that the repressive onslaught of the Maduro regime continues,” he condemned. Maria Corina Machadothe main figure of the opposition ahead of the 2024 presidential elections, although he was subject to a political disqualification for 15 years.
The also opposition leader, Henrique Caprilesdenounced that “the dynamics of terror, persecution, criminalization and arbitrariness are once again emanating from power to neutralize dissidents.”
The White House condemned the arrest of Rocío San Miguel
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby expressed “deep concern” about the human rights situation in Venezuela and the nature of San Miguel’s detention.
“We are aware of reports that Rocío San Miguel and I believe some members of her family have been arrested. We are deeply concerned about this,” he said.
With information from AFP.
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