U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuela has begun a process to release political prisoners, linking the move to his earlier decision to halt a “second wave of attacks” on the country. His remarks referenced cooperation from Venezuelan authorities but did not include specific details or independent verification. The Venezuelan government has long denied holding political prisoners, while human rights groups and opposition figures report detentions of government critics. The statement drew renewed attention to the impact of U.S. pressure and sanctions on Venezuela and the status of detainees in the country.