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US Charges Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores with Torture Conspiracy

8 Ekim 2026France 24

The US has charged Nicolas Maduro and his wife with conspiracy to commit torture, adding to existing charges. This highlights ongoing human rights abuses in Venezuela.
The United States has brought new charges against former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, accusing them of conspiracy to commit torture. These charges come in addition to existing allegations of drug trafficking and firearms offenses.
Prosecutors claim that detainees, including American citizens, were subjected to severe abuses such as waterboarding, rape, and beatings. Maduro and Flores are currently in US custody following a military operation conducted in January.
The US has long criticized the Maduro government for its authoritarian practices and human rights abuses. The new charges follow a series of sanctions and diplomatic efforts aimed at undermining Maduro's hold on power.
The escalation of charges against Maduro and Flores underscores the ongoing tensions between the US and Venezuela, particularly in the context of human rights violations. The inclusion of torture allegations may reflect a strategic move by US authorities to rally international support against the Maduro regime.

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This article is based on information available as of October 2023 and may be subject to updates or changes.