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Briefing: Venezuelans deported by US detail fresh claims of torture and abuse at El Salvador mega-prison

Strategic angle: A group of 18 Venezuelan men demand accountability from Salvadorian authorities over human rights violations at the notorious Cecot facility.

by Editorial Staff|Mar 26, 2026|1 MIN READ|MONEY

A group of 18 Venezuelan men, recently deported by the United States, have made allegations of human rights violations at the Cecot facility, a mega-prison in El Salvador.

The claims include reports of torture and abuse, which are significant given the facility's reputation for harsh conditions and overcrowding.

These allegations may necessitate a review of operational protocols and human rights practices within the prison system, as accountability measures are called for by the deportees.