Maduro's wife Cilia Flores has serious heart condition in US custody
Cilia Flores, wife of deposed Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, reportedly suffers from a serious heart condition while detained in a US jail, according to her son. She faces drug trafficking charges in New York alongside Maduro. The health disclosure may affect legal proceedings and could become a diplomatic issue between the US and Venezuela.
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US Court Denies House Arrest for Cilia Flores Amid Health Claims
A US court has denied Cilia Flores' request for house arrest, citing flight risk, despite her family's claims of a serious heart condition. Flores, wife of Nicolás Maduro, remains in US custody facing drug trafficking charges in New York. The court's decision indicates a continuation of the current legal posture, with her health status remaining a claimed, rather than confirmed, factor in proceedings.