U.S. Seeks Extradition of Maduro Ally Alex Saab From Venezuela
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The U.S. is seeking the extradition of indicted tycoon Alex Saab from Venezuela.
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Indicted tycoon Alex Saab is currently detained in Venezuela at the request of the U.S. government. His detention follows a U.S. request for his extradition. The case is seen as a test of President Trump's influence over Venezuela's new rulers.
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The U.S. is seeking the extradition of Alex Saab from Venezuela.
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