"The detainees detail a pattern of abuse, including beatings, humiliation, and sexual assault while they were incarcerated. One year later, these men are still waiting for justice."
"A former detainee testified that he still has scars from the shackles that the detainees were forced to wear for extended periods of time, writing that they are a constant reminder of the horror I lived."
"The sound of keys puts me into a panic state. The officials used to bang their keys on the cells to torture us and keep us awake at all hours."
Eighteen Venezuelan men are seeking international accountability from Salvadorian authorities for alleged human rights violations, including torture and medical neglect, after being expelled to El Salvador's Terrorism Confinement Center. A petition filed with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights details their experiences of abuse, including beatings and sexual assault. The men, released in July, describe lasting mental and physical effects from their incarceration. Human rights advocates emphasize the need for justice and accountability to prevent future violations.
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