Maduro makes second appearance at New York courthouse

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro appeared in a New York court following his capture by US forces during a military operation in Caracas earlier in January. He has pleaded not guilty to charges including drug trafficking and claims he was unlawfully kidnapped while still serving as Venezuela’s president. His lawyer is seeking to dismiss the case, arguing that the US is violating his rights by blocking access to Venezuelan government funds for his defense, though the judge has rejected this request. The operation that led to his detention has drawn international criticism and concern, while Maduro and his wife remain held in a Brooklyn detention center. Protests have taken place outside the court, with demonstrators calling for his release and condemning US actions.

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