Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed the U.S. commitment to supporting Venezuelan opposition leaders during a meeting in Washington. Amid Caracas' escalating authoritarianism, which recently included the arrest of key opposition figure Juan Pablo Guanipa, Rubio underscored the importance of democratic aspirations. Guanipa, aligned with jailed leader Maria Corina Machado, declared his readiness to fight despite being detained. His arrest coincides with upcoming regional elections, which the Maduro regime has accused the opposition of attempting to undermine. Rubio's statements reflect a broader U.S. stance against Maduro's repressive regime.
Honored to meet with the brave Venezuelan opposition leaders who were targets of Maduro's repression and tyranny. Their courage inspires all working towards more democratic futures.
We will not waver in our support for Venezuelans fighting for democracy and the safe return of all wrongfully detained Americans.
Brothers and sisters, if you are seeing this, it is because I have been kidnapped by the forces of Nicolas Maduro's regime.
Regrettably, my time in hiding has come to an end. As of today, I am part of the list of Venezuelans kidnapped by the dictatorship.
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