US arrests Álvaro Pulido, Alex Saab partner, on money laundering and bribery charges

Álvaro Pulido Vargas, a business partner of Alex Saab, was arrested by U.S. authorities and faces two federal charges for alleged money laundering and bribery linked to the Foglocons case in Ecuador. This marks a significant escalation in U.S. enforcement against individuals associated with the Maduro network, potentially signaling broader legal actions. The arrest could strain U.S.-Venezuela relations and impact regional perceptions of corruption enforcement.