Cuba Frees Over 2,000 Inmates as Energy Strains Weigh on Island

Cuba’s government authorized the release of 2,010 prisoners in a sweeping pardon, state-run newspaper Granma reported Thursday, a move that comes as the island begins to see some relief from a crippling energy blockade.

The decision applies to inmates who have demonstrated good conduct, served significant portions of their sentences, or face chronic health issues, according to Granma. Those eligible include women, young people, and seniors over 60, as well as foreign nationals and Cuban citizens residing abroad.