The Venezuelan government expressed "indignation" at "an act of theatre" designed to "protect the terrorist Luis Posada Carriles".

BBC: Cuba anger at US Posada Carriles verdict

Cuba and Venezuela have accused the White House of manipulating the legal system in the case involving Luis Posada Carriles.

NPR: Posada Charges Dropped, Venezuela Fumes

Luis Posada Carriles, who was not mentioned by name, is currently detained in the United States, but Venezuela has sought his extradition.

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