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Last update: 5 hours agoVenezuela–U.S. Legal Twist: Venezuela says it deported Alex Saab again—this time to face criminal proceedings in the United States—reversing the earlier Biden-era prisoner swap that freed him less than three years ago. Saab, a longtime Maduro ally accused by Washington of money laundering and sanctions evasion, was arrested in Cape Verde in 2020 and later served as Venezuela’s industry minister before leaving office in January. Aviation Security in the Region: In Trinidad and Tobago, a Ukrainian aircraft carrying undeclared explosives was detained after landing for refuelling, then cleared to leave after multi-agency investigations. World Cup Travel Relief: The U.S. has waived up to $15,000 visa bond requirements for eligible World Cup ticket holders from five African countries, including Cape Verde—an attempt to ease travel pressure as the tournament approaches. Cape Verde Culture & Church Ties: A Vatican official visiting for the 50th anniversary of Holy See–Cape Verde cooperation reaffirmed the Church’s closeness to all communities across the islands.
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