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Nicaragua torture victim imprisoned for second time after being deported by U.S.

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A Nicaraguan exile who previously faced imprisonment and torture for protesting against his government has been deported from the United States back to Nicaragua. Upon his return, he was immediately imprisoned a second time by local authorities, according to confirmations from his family members and his legal counsel.

The individual had initially fled the country after participating in anti-government protests that led to his first detention and subsequent abuse. The recent deportation by U.S. authorities resulted in his immediate re-arrest upon arrival in Nicaragua, highlighting the risks faced by dissidents returned to the nation.

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