Venezuela's ex-leader Nicolás Maduro charged with conspiracy to commit torture
The new accusations relate to the alleged torture of US citizens held in Venezuela while Maduro was in power.
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"My client denies the new charges and looks forward to his day in court."
— Barry J Pollack , Other
"Structural and systemic human rights concerns had persisted in Venezuela despite Maduro's ousting."
— Volker Türk , Activist
Key People
Barry J Pollack is the attorney representing Nicolás Maduro.
Wife of Nicolás Maduro and involved in the Venezuelan government.
Interim President of Venezuela who signed an amnesty bill approved by the National Assembly.
The President of Venezuela, involved in a long-standing political crisis.
Volker Türk is the UN human rights chief.
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The new accusations relate to the alleged torture of US citizens held in Venezuela while Maduro was in power.
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