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US Releases 10 Detained Americans in Venezuela-Mexico Deportation Deal

Venezuela has freed 10 American citizens as part of a deal that allows deported migrants from Venezuela who were imprisoned in El Salvador to return home. The swap was reportedly brokered by international authorities and is seen as a significant breakthrough in the complex migration crisis between the two countries.

US Releases 10 Detained Americans in Venezuela-Mexico Deportation Deal
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Venezuela has freed 10 American citizens as part of a deal to allow deported migrants from the US to return to El Salvador, marking a rare diplomatic breakthrough between the two countries. The agreement was reached in exchange for the release of Venezuelan nationals who were imprisoned in El Salvador. The deal brings an end to a long-standing crisis involving migrant deportees and their families. Venezuela will now take custody of its citizens, while the US is expected to accept those previously held by El Salvador authorities.

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