Cuba to Release 51 Prisoners Amid U.S. Pressure from Trump

Cuba’s government announced it will release 51 inmates in the coming days, attributed to its relationship with the Vatican, which has previously facilitated prisoner releases. While specifics about the individuals were not disclosed, the government noted that all have served significant portions of their sentences and exhibited good behavior. This decision comes amid intensified pressure from the Trump administration, which has sought to restrict oil shipments to Cuba, worsening the country’s energy crisis.

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