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October 8, 2026
Cilia Flores Seeks Release from Jail Due to Health Issues
- Cilia Flores, wife of Nicolás Maduro, is in court seeking release from jail due to heart problems.
- Her attorneys claim she has lost significant weight and may require heart surgery while imprisoned.
- Prosecutors argue she poses a flight risk and danger to the public if released.
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- Wife of former Venezuelan president seeks house arrest due to heart problemsOct 8, 2026 at 4:01 AM · AP
- Broken Teeth and Pepper Spray: Maduro’s Wife Seeks Release From JailOct 8, 2026 at 7:00 AM · NYT
- Nicolás Maduro’s wife to appear in court to push for release from New York jailOct 8, 2026 at 11:46 AM · The Guardian