Venezuela's chief prosecutor, Tarek William Saab, a figure often seen as a symbol of Nicolás Maduro's repression, has resigned from his post.

Venezuela's top prosecutor, Tarek William Saab, has resigned from his position and will now serve as the country's acting ombudsman.

Venezuela's Prosecutor General, Tarek William Saab, a figure associated with repression under Maduro, has resigned amidst a transition led by interim president Delcy Rodriguez, and was immediately app

Tarek William Saab, Venezuela's Attorney General and a close ally of President Maduro, has resigned from his position.

Venezuela’s National Assembly, dominated by the ruling bloc, on Wednesday 25 February accepted the resignation of Attorney General Tarek William Saab and Ombudsman Alfredo Ruiz, and immediately named temporary replacements: Saab will serve as acting ombudsman and lawyer Larry Devoe was appointed acting attorney general.