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Wednesday, Jul 30, 2025
San Salvador Times
U.S. and Venezuela Complete Prisoner Exchange via El Salvador
Deal marks rare moment of diplomacy amid strained regional relations
The United States and Venezuela have carried out a prisoner exchange involving detainees held in El Salvador, in a move hailed as a breakthrough in stalled bilateral dialogue.
Details of the individuals involved remain confidential, but the operation was confirmed by both U.S. and Venezuelan officials.
The exchange highlights the growing role of third-party countries like El Salvador in facilitating sensitive diplomatic arrangements across the Americas.
Details of the individuals involved remain confidential, but the operation was confirmed by both U.S. and Venezuelan officials.
The exchange highlights the growing role of third-party countries like El Salvador in facilitating sensitive diplomatic arrangements across the Americas.
