On September 5, the Nicaraguan government released 135 political prisoners, including journalists and members of religious and opposition groups, as part of a negotiated humanitarian effort facilitated by the United States and Guatemala. The prisoners were transported to Guatemala, where they received medical assistance and support from both governments as they begin to rebuild their lives. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned the unjust detentions, stating that these individuals were imprisoned for exercising their fundamental rights. The operation was well-coordinated by the U.S. embassy in Managua and included leaders from various sectors who had faced persecution under President Daniel Ortega's regime. While this release was celebrated, concerns remain for other political prisoners still held in Nicaragua, with calls for their immediate release. The Nicaraguan opposition and human rights advocates expressed relief over the release but also highlighted the ongoing struggle for human rights in the country.