470 political prisoners remain in prison in Venezuela.

Omissions

• The figure fluctuates as releases occur. Foro Penal reported 454 political prisoners on April 27, 2026, slightly lower than the claimed 470. Another Foro Penal report indicated 473 political prisoners around the same period.
• The session took place on April 29, 2026. The MEP could have been citing slightly rounded or earlier data.

Sources

• PrimaryForo PenalForo Penal reported 473 political prisoners in Venezuela, including 43 foreigners
• PrimaryForo Penal (Twitter/X)Foro Penal reported 454 political prisoners in Venezuela as of April 27, 2026