U.S. Expresses Concern Over Arrest of Venezuelan Activist and Family
Rocío San Miguel's detention on charges related to an alleged assassination plot against President Maduro prompts international outcry.
- The U.S. government expressed deep concern over the arrest of Venezuelan activist Rocío San Miguel and her family, with her whereabouts currently unknown.
- San Miguel, a critic of President Nicolás Maduro's government, was arrested on charges of treason, conspiracy, terrorism, and criminal association related to an alleged plot to kill Maduro.
- Venezuelan authorities have detained several individuals, including government critics and military personnel, in connection with the so-called 'White Bracelet' plot.
- International organizations, including the UN High Commission for Human Rights, have called for San Miguel's immediate release and expressed concern over her detention.
- The U.S. has recently reimposed sanctions on Venezuela following Maduro's failure to ensure democratic elections, amid escalating tensions between the two countries.