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Wednesday, Oct 07, 2026
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El Salvador’s State of Exception Faces Scrutiny After U.S. Citizens Detained

Human rights groups and diaspora families are seeking diplomatic intervention after U.S. citizens and dual nationals were detained under El Salvador’s emergency security measures, including cases involving people identified because of tattoos.
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Labor Unions Call for End to University of El Salvador Admission Exams

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