The United States has accused Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, of torture, adding to existing charges of narcotics trafficking and arms trafficking they already face. This development occurred during a hearing where a request for house arrest for Cilia Flores was denied. Details surrounding the torture allegations have not been immediately released, but build on ongoing U.S. efforts to pressure the Maduro government. The accusations further complicate the political landscape in Venezuela, already marked by economic crisis and international sanctions. This case, reported by La Silla Vacía, represents a significant escalation in U.S. legal action against the Maduro administration. The charges signal continued U.S. commitment to pursuing accountability for alleged human rights abuses within Venezuela.