The number of prisoners released in Venezuela has risen to 18, human rights groups said on Saturday morning.
The release of nine prisoners had been confirmed by Friday afternoon.
Venezuela has started releasing high-profile prisoners, including opposition figures, in an effort to appease the Trump administration.
On Friday, US President Donald Trump said the release of political prisoners in Venezuela was a sign of “seeking peace” and that he had cancelled a planned second wave of attacks against the country.
Reuters
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