Maduro Charged With Torture in New U.S. Indictment: Charges Explained
A new U.S. indictment accuses former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of conspiring to torture Venezuelans and Americans, on top of drug charges.
The new charges
A U.S. indictment unsealed in New York charges former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro with conspiring to torture fellow citizens and Americans to keep power, AP reported via NPR.
Existing case
The torture count adds to drug-trafficking and weapons charges he already faces. Maduro is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
What happens next
Prosecutors will move the combined case forward; defence lawyers are expected to contest the charges.
Frequently asked questions
What is Maduro charged with?
Conspiracy to commit torture, plus earlier drug and weapons charges.
Has he been convicted?
No. These are allegations.
Sources
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