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Hundreds of Gang Members Face Joint Trial via Video Link in El Salvador
Hundreds of gang members in El Salvador participated in a joint trial conducted via video link. Critics from Western countries have described the process as an abuse of human rights. The approach is linked to improvements in the country's safety rating.
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Hundreds of gang members in El Salvador faced trial together through a video link, according to a report from @MarioNawfal. Critics from Western countries have called the trial method an abuse of human rights.
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The report attributes the country's security enhancements to policies associated with Bukele. El Salvador now holds a Level 1 safety rating from the U.S., described as the best possible, indicating a lower risk level.
This development occurs amid ongoing efforts to address gang activity in El Salvador. The joint trial format allows for handling multiple cases simultaneously via remote technology.
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