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WORLD IN BRIEF: Maduro denies torture charges, German airport seizes 92 reptiles, South Africa phases out support for imported vehicle kits and other stories
Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's former president, appeared in a US court alongside his wife Cilia to plead not guilty to new torture charges filed against him.
The case adds another legal chapter to Maduro's already complicated standing on the international stage, where he has faced years of scrutiny over human rights conditions in Venezuela. His appearance in a US courtroom marks a significant moment for a leader who held power in Caracas for over a decade.
The story is still developing, and how the proceedings unfold could have wide implications for US-Latin America relations in the months ahead.
Originally published by BusinessDay.