Less than a month after Nicolás Maduro's capture by US forces, interim president Delcy Rodríguez made a significant symbolic move. In a solemn address before the Supreme Court (TSJ), she unveiled a series of measures aimed at pacifying a country fractured by decades of tension.

The three major announcements:

1. General Amnesty: A law covering the period from 1999 to today will be presented to the National Assembly to "heal the wounds" of the political confrontation.
2. Closure of the Helicoide: This detention center, infamous for accusations of torture, will be transformed into a social, cultural and sporting space.
3. Justice Reform: Launch of a national consultation to rebuild a judicial system often considered corrupt and under the control of the government.

"This law should allow us to put justice back on track and to reorient coexistence between Venezuelans," said Ms. Rodríguez.

Power under surveillance

The ceremony took place in the presence of the pillars of the regime, including Diosdado Cabello (Interior) and Vladimir Padrino López (Defense), illustrating a desire to show a united front despite the forced transition.

However, this opening is being closely watched by the international community and local organizations. While the authorities claim to have already released 800 prisoners, the NGO Foro Penal disputes these figures and maintains that at least 711 political prisoners (including 65 foreigners) are still behind bars.

The challenge: Amnesty or Impunity?

The president of Foro Penal tempered the general enthusiasm by recalling a crucial legal distinction:

1. The ideal amnesty: An honest and transparent tool for reconciliation.
2. The pitfall of impunity: The risk that this law will serve as a "shield" to protect those responsible for serious crimes or human rights violations from future prosecution.

While dozens of families are still camping outside prisons hoping to see their loved ones released, the exact content of the bill will determine whether Venezuela is embarking on a real democratic transition or a mere political survival maneuver.