Venezuelan Hope Amidst Political Turmoil: Voices from Madrid

Venezuelans living in Spain have responded with a mix of emotions to the capture of Nicolás Maduro by US forces. Many fled due to political persecution and economic collapse. Despite varied backgrounds, they share hopes for justice and dreams of a democratic Venezuela.

Venezuelans residing in Spain expressed a blend of awe, joy, and fear following the capture of Nicolás Maduro by US forces. Many of the 600,000 Venezuelans in Spain, most of whom reside in Madrid, left their homeland due to political persecution, violence, and economic collapse.

David Vallenilla, whose son was a victim of a politically motivated killing, views the development with skepticism and hope. He believes that justice for those responsible for his son's death has begun, and he dreams of a free Venezuela. Journalist Carleth Morales, who emigrated amid Chávez's presidency, also hopes for her daughters to see a democratic Venezuela as a viable future.

Verónica Noya waits anxiously for news of her imprisoned husband and brother. Despite her family's plight and her own escape to Spain, Noya remains dedicated to her Venezuelan identity and dreams of a democratic future for her homeland.

(With inputs from agencies.)