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Amnesty International Criticizes El Salvador's State of Exception as Government Defends Security Policy

Amnesty International said prolonged mass detentions under El Salvador's state of exception could amount to crimes against humanity, while government officials argue the measures have dismantled gang networks and delivered unprecedented public safety.
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