President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has proposed a prisoner swap with Venezuela. The deal would involve releasing Venezuelan nationals who were deported to El Salvador during the Trump administration's policies. These individuals were sent to El Salvador under agreements made between the U.S. and El Salvador.
In exchange for the release of these deported Venezuelans, Bukele is asking Venezuela to release an equal number of prisoners. Crucially, this includes members of the political opposition currently detained in Venezuela. The proposal has sparked debate and raises questions about international relations and human rights.
The potential agreement highlights the complex political landscape in the region and the ongoing challenges faced by Venezuelan migrants and political prisoners. Further details and reactions from both Venezuelan and international authorities are expected to emerge in the coming days.
Bukele Offers Prisoner Swap Involving Deported Venezuelans
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has proposed a deal with Venezuela. He is offering to release Venezuelan nationals deported to El Salvador during the Trump administration. In return, Bukele wants Venezuela to free an equal number of prisoners, including political opposition members. The proposal is a complex diplomatic maneuver that could impact relations between the countries.