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US Prosecutors Add Torture Charge Against Maduro
US prosecutors charge Maduro and wife with torture conspiracy after raid.
In brief
US prosecutors charge Maduro and wife with torture conspiracy after raid. US prosecutors added new torture charges against ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who face trial in June 2027. Originally reported by Dw.
New Torture Charges
US prosecutors added new torture charges against ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
“The new charges against the couple are in addition to the drug-trafficking charges they previously faced, according to a revised indictment released Thursday.”
Denials and Previous Charges
Both Maduro and Flores have denied the previous charges brought against them, including drug trafficking and firearms.
“The revised indictment alleged that the couple committed human rights violations as part of a scheme to hold on to power.”
Flores' Jail Request
Flores seeks release from New York jail with house arrest due to health issues and weight loss.
“Her lawyers say she has lost 25 pounds (11.4 kilograms) in custody, suffers from dizziness and shortness of breath and may have suffered a minor heart attack in July.”
Prosecutors' Opposition
Prosecutors oppose Flores' release, citing flight risk and public danger.
“They said she has received hospital treatment when necessary while in custody.”
The takeaway
US prosecutors added new torture charges against ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who face trial in June 2027.
