Cuba releases nearly 2,200 prisoners under growing US diplomatic pressure

Cuba Releases Over 2,000 Prisoners Ahead of Holy Week

In a move that has been described by authorities as a “humanitarian gesture”, Cuba has released approximately 2,000 prisoners ahead of the upcoming Holy Week celebrations. The releases are part of a broader effort to reduce the country’s prison population.

According to official reports, the decision to release the prisoners was made in an effort to promote public safety and alleviate pressure on the country’s correctional facilities during the holiday period.

The move comes as the US government has been increasing its pressure on Cuba regarding the treatment of political prisoners. The Trump administration has been vocal about its concerns over human rights issues in the country, and has imposed various sanctions and restrictions on Cuban officials and entities.

Cuba has maintained that it is committed to improving the conditions within its prisons and reducing the number of people incarcerated for political reasons. The release of 2,000 prisoners represents a significant step in this direction.

The exact timing and circumstances surrounding the releases are not yet clear, but officials have confirmed that they will continue to work towards reducing the country’s prison population in the coming weeks and months.

Source: Al Jazeera