Daily brief
Venezuela's National Assembly has advanced a comprehensive amnesty law, with initial votes passing to revoke political disqualifications and restore rights for opposition figures. The legislative move includes an apology from the parliament's leader to political prisoners. The bill is described as a historic step toward addressing long-standing grievances.
Argentina has formally requested the extradition of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from the United States to face charges of crimes against humanity (ongoing coverage).
Brazilian President Lula downplayed the significance of Maduro's potential return to international forums, emphasizing instead the need for democratic guarantees in Venezuela.
Opposition figure María Corina Machado stated, according to a Politico report, that competitive elections in Venezuela could be held this year.