Tag #Political Prisoners

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Belarus Releases 52 Political Prisoners in US-Mediated Deal

Following US mediation, Belarus released 52 political prisoners who crossed the border into Lithuania; among them were opposition members, journalists, and protesters, including 14 foreigners, but at least one refused to leave, highlighting ongoing human rights concerns.

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Belarus Releases 52 Political Prisoners Following US Mediation

On Thursday, September 11th, Belarus released 52 political prisoners, including prominent opposition figure Nikolai Statkevich, following US mediation efforts; 14 foreign nationals were among those freed, and the US lifted sanctions on Belavia.

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Belarus Releases 52 Prisoners in Exchange for US Sanctions Relief

Following a US delegation's visit, Belarus released 52 prisoners, including 14 foreign nationals, in a move aimed at improving relations with Washington and securing sanctions relief, while simultaneously maintaining ties with Russia.

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Imprisonment of Spanish Citizens in Venezuela: A Year-Long Crisis

Two Basque tourists, Andrés Martínez Adasme and José María Basoa, remain imprisoned in Venezuela after a year, falsely accused of plotting to assassinate Nicolás Maduro, highlighting the dire human rights situation and strained diplomatic relations.

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Trump's Offer to Lukashenko: Potential Release of 1300 Prisoners and its Implications

Donald Trump's offer to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to release 1300 prisoners has sparked debate about the logistical and humanitarian challenges of such a mass release, particularly considering the lack of adequate infrastructure to support them.

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Thai Woman Released After Royal Pardon for Lese Majeste

69-year-old Anchan Preelert, a former Thai civil servant, was released from prison on Wednesday after receiving a royal pardon for a 43.5-year sentence on lese majeste charges stemming from Facebook and YouTube posts deemed critical of the monarchy; her release highlights the controversial use of th...

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Belarus Releases 52 Political Prisoners in Deal with US

In a deal with the US, Belarus released 52 political prisoners, including journalists and activists, in exchange for sanctions relief on its national airline, Belavia; however, over 1,000 political prisoners remain jailed.

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Belarus Releases 52 Prisoners to Lithuania Following US Intervention

On Thursday, Belarus pardoned and released 52 prisoners, including 14 foreign nationals, to Lithuania, with the involvement of US President Donald Trump, resulting in the lifting of sanctions on Belavia and a potential reopening of the US embassy in Minsk.

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Belarus Releases Political Prisoners in Deal with US

Following negotiations with the US, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko released and deported over 50 political prisoners, including six Lithuanians and two German citizens, with the US easing sanctions in return.

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International Humanitarian Fund Aids Political Prisoners in Belarus

The International Humanitarian Fund for Belarusian political prisoners and their families, operational since October 2024, has raised €2.4 million, primarily from Norway (€835,000), and disbursed €1,182,757 to aid 1,230 individuals through partner organizations.

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Dozens of Colombians Arbitrarily Detained in Venezuela

Following Venezuela's July 2024 presidential elections, at least 38 Colombians have been arbitrarily detained, prompting protests in Colombia demanding their release and diplomatic intervention.

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US Groups Demand Release of Palestinian-American Teenager from Israeli Prison

More than 100 US human rights groups are demanding the release of 16-year-old dual American-Palestinian citizen Mohammed Zaher Ibrahim from Israeli prison where he has been held for six months on rock-throwing allegations; his health is deteriorating, prompting this significant organized pressure ca...

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