Nicaraguan authorities arrested at least 60 people. The arrests occurred after expressions of support for Nicolás Maduro's capture. Maduro, the Venezuelan president, was apprehended by U.S. military personnel in Caracas last Saturday.
The arrests were reported by a human rights watchdog group and local media on Friday. Those arrested allegedly celebrated Maduro's capture. Maduro now faces trial in New York on drug and weapons charges.
Human rights groups condemned the arrests as arbitrary. They stated at least 60 people were detained. The Nicaraguan government has not yet released an official statement.
President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo are staunch allies of Maduro. Their government's response reflects this close relationship. The situation raises concerns about freedom of expression in Nicaragua.
Further arrests are possible. International organizations are likely to monitor the situation closely. The U.S. government may also issue a statement.
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