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Venezuelan Opposition Members Who Hid in Argentine Embassy Flee Caracas With U.S. Help

Five Venezuelan opposition figures allied with María Corina Machado escaped from the Argentine embassy in Caracas and arrived safely in the United States on Tuesday.
They had sheltered in the embassy since July 2024 to avoid arrest warrants issued amid Maduro’s intensified crackdown following the disputed 2024 presidential election.
During the refuge, Venezuelan authorities surrounded the embassy, cutting electricity, water, and supplies while accusing the group of conspiracy and terrorism.
The U.S. Government described the hostage rescue as a success, while opposition leader María Corina Machado commended the mission as "impeccable and epic," expressing appreciation for everyone involved.
The mission brought to a close a prolonged period of tension, securing the release of the five individuals and underscoring the persistent conflict between Venezuela’s government and its political dissidents.

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