29 Mar, 02:45··

Maduro Calls for Reconciliation from Prison

El País

Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores wrote a letter from prison. They thanked people for their support. This is their first statement since being imprisoned.

The letter was sent while Maduro and Flores are facing a legal case in New York. The U.S. military took them prisoner in Caracas on January 3rd. This action followed a military intervention in Venezuela. They are expressing gratitude for the prayers and support they have received. The legal case is ongoing.

Summarized from the sources above. Read the originals for the full story.

Highlights

Maduro's First Statement

Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores made their first public statements from prison.

Letter to Venezuelans

They sent a letter to the Venezuelan people.

Gratitude for Support

They expressed thanks for support and prayers.

Legal Case in New York

Their legal case is ongoing in New York.

Imprisonment by U.S. Intervention

They were imprisoned after a U.S. military intervention in Caracas on January 3rd.

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