They were the first U.S. citizens released after the U.S. military captured Nicolás Maduro and flew him to the United States to stand trial on drug and other charges.
Tag: Prisons and Prisoners
n Venezuela, Amnesty for Political Prisoners Stokes Hope and Frustration
Venezuela’s new leaders and President Trump have alluded to a major release of political prisoners, but the liberations have been slow to come.
Venezuela Frees 24 More Political Prisoners, Rights Group Says
Since an interim government began the releases last week, at least 41 people have been let go, according to Foro Penal.
What Is El Helicoide, the Infamous Torture Prison in Venezuela?
As Venezuela’s interim authorities began to release political prisoners, some of their families raced to the notorious prison that symbolized Nicolás Maduro’s authoritarian rule.
French Researcher and Russian Basketball Player Released in a Prisoner Swap
Laurent Vinatier, a French citizen and researcher detained, was freed in exchange for the release of Daniil Kasatkin, a Russian basketball player.
Nicolás Maduro Is Being Held at a Troubled Brooklyn Jail
The Metropolitan Detention Center, known as the M.D.C., is one of the United States’ most notorious federal lockups.
Venezuela Frees Dozens of Political Prisoners
At least 80 people were released, including one with U.S. ties, though more than 800 remain detained in Venezuela for opposing President Nicolás Maduro’s rule, rights groups say.
After Suffering in Israeli Prison, a Gaza Detainee Comes Home to More Pain
Haitham Salem spent 11 months held by Israel without charge and said he endured beatings and abuse. He was released as part of the cease-fire deal, longing to return to his family.
Yemen’s Warring Sides Agree to Largest Prisoner Swap in a Decade of Fighting
The Houthi rebels and the internationally recognized government plan to exchange about 2,900 detainees, a rare humanitarian win at a time of deepening political stalemate.
U.S. Lifts Sanctions Against Justice Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil
A senior Trump administration official said that maintaining sanctions against Justice Alexandre de Moraes was no longer in the interest of the United States.