U.S. releases detained Maduro ally to Venezuela in swap for American prisoners: reports

Venezuela for years has sought the release of Alex Saab, an ally of President Nicolas Maduro, from the United States, as he awaited a money launder trial.

from U.S. News https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/20/us-releases-maduro-ally-alex-saab-to-venezuela-for-americans.html