Global Politics Report Editorial
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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Source: BBC News
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Oct. 08, 2026 at 01:38 PM ET
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Original source: BBC News