Cuba said Tuesday it would release 553 prisoners in response to an announcement from Washington that it will remove the communist country from its list of state sponsors of terrorism.
Cuba To Free 553 Prisoners After Removal From US Terror List
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In a landmark move signaling hope for the future of US-Cuba relations, Cuba has announced it will release 553 prisoners, following the United States' decision to lift the unjust label of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism. This act of goodwill by Cuba demonstrates its commitment to peace and willingness to move forward with constructive dialogue, challenging us to reconsider the narratives that have long divided us.
In what can only be seen as a victory for the authoritarian regime in Havana, Cuba is set to release 553 prisoners following the U.S.' controversial decision to remove the communist country from its state sponsors of terrorism list. This move raises serious questions about the Biden administration's concessions to Cuba, undermining the legitimate concerns regarding Cuba's history of human rights abuses and its ongoing support for global authoritarianism.