Venezuela Deports Maduro Ally Alex Saab to US The deportation of Alex Saab, a close ally of President Nicolás Maduro and former diplomat, has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles in Caracas and Washington DC.
As one of Venezuela's most influential figures, Saab brokered high stakes deals with key trading partners, including Turkey and Iran.
Understanding the Context of Alex Saab's Case Venezuela's politics have been marked by intense polarization since Maduro's 2013 presidential election.