Cuba Frees 2,010 Prisoners Amid Growing US Pressure
Cuba's government cites Holy Week as reason for pardoning over 2,000 prisoners, though the move comes as tensions with the US continue to escalate.
Cuba has announced the release of 2,010 prisoners, citing the upcoming Holy Week holiday as the reason for the humanitarian gesture. However, the move comes amid mounting pressure from the United States on the island nation's government.
The Cuban government did not explicitly link the pardons to the ongoing tensions with the U.S., but the timing of the announcement suggests a potential attempt to ease international scrutiny. The U.S. has been increasingly critical of Cuba's human rights record and has maintained strict economic sanctions against the country.
In a statement, the Cuban Ministry of Justice said the pardons were part of the country's tradition of
Source: NPR
