Cuba will release 51 people from prison in an unexpected move

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by 5 MIN READ 118March 13, 2026 at 08:23 AM

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The Cuban government announced it will release 51 prisoners in the coming days as a gesture of goodwill and due to its close relationship with the Vatican. The government stated those being released have served a significant portion of their sentences and maintained good conduct. This announcement precedes a rare press conference by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel to address national and international issues. Cuba has released thousands of prisoners in recent years, including over 500 in early 2025 following talks with the Vatican, one of whom was prominent dissident José Daniel Ferrer. It is currently unknown if any of those being released are considered political prisoners, of which Prisoners Defenders estimates there are over 1,200 in Cuba.

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Prisoners Defenders 40% Joe Biden 40% United States 50% José Daniel Ferrer 60% Ministry of Foreign Affairs 60% Vatican ×370% Miguel Díaz-Canel ×290% Cuba ×6100%

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