An analysis by Kamil Kłysiński describes Belarus as a 'totalitarian open-air museum' based on the harrowing accounts of 500 recently released political prisoners, revealing a recreation of the cruel Soviet imperial machine.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda, addressing participants of a political prisoners and exiles rally, stated that Europe is once again witnessing brutal aggression and attempts to deny nations their right to self-determination.

In Iran's largest prison, inmates have sewn their lips shut in protest against death sentences, many of which are reportedly related to drug crimes, with an increase in executions among political prisoners.

A group of 54 lawmakers, legal experts, academics, and human rights advocates has urged Turkey to ensure that any amnesty related to its renewed Kurdish peace initiative covers all political prisoners, including those accused of involvement with the Gülen movement.

Groups are challenging Senator Alan Cayetano's assertion that Marcoleta and Estrada are 'political prisoners,' arguing that the label cannot sanitize corruption. Kapatid specifically stated that the 'political prisoner' label cannot be used to excuse corruption.

The Promo-LEX association has reported a worsening human rights and socio-economic situation in Transnistria, highlighting issues such as political prisoners, increased Russian propaganda, and the militarization of education.

An article dissects an interview with Delcy Rodríguez, recorded before a "double earthquake," where she avoided questions on sensitive topics such as political prisoners, electoral fraud, and economic failure. The piece aims to dismantle her narrative.

The defense team claims that authorities fabricated an informant's testimony to obtain a search warrant against political prisoners Vicente Ladlad, Alberto Villamor, and his wife Virginia.

Asean foreign ministers renewed pressure on Myanmar to advance the bloc's Five-Point Consensus (5PC), with the detention of political prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, remaining a…

Nina Litvinova, a prominent Russian dissident and human rights activist who dedicated her life to helping political prisoners, died by suicide in Moscow at the age of 80.

Adrián Leonardo de Sousa had been detained since January 2024. The MNE promised to continue working "discreetly but actively" for the release of political prisoners in Venezuela.

A report by Prisoners Defenders documents more than 175 new political prisoners in Cuba, bringing the total number of detainees to over 1,300. The report was released on the eve of the 5th anniversary of the July 11, 2021 protests.

František Wiendl, honorary chairman of the Confederation of Political Prisoners and a fighter against both Nazism and Communism, has passed away at the age of 102. He participated in anti-Nazi resistance during WWII and anti-Communist resistance after 1948, helping dozens escape across borders.

Members of the Russian community in Luxembourg gather to write letters of encouragement to convicted political prisoners in Russia, including Mike Loschtschinin.

The 'You Are Not Alone' campaign has raised over 14 million rubles for Russian political prisoners, surpassing last year's total.

Venezuela has released two political prisoners, including Spanish-Venezuelan Karen Hernández, after six years of unjust imprisonment. Aranza, a 20-year-old victim of the Chavista regime's methods against rebel military personnel, was also excarcerated.

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya announced that the US administration informed her of a temporary delay in the release of political prisoners.

Tunisians have taken to the streets to protest for press freedom and demand the release of political prisoners.

The head of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff has made a surprise visit to Caracas, Venezuela. This unannounced trip occurs during a new crisis involving political prisoners in the country.

As internet blackouts lift in Iran, testimonies from political prisoners and journalists reveal growing reports of brutal arrests, torture, and deaths within the country's prison system following recent crackdowns.

Despite intervention options on Trump's desk, concrete negotiations are reportedly underway between the US and Cuba. Key discussion points include the release of political prisoners, ending the embargo, political reforms, and opening the Cuban economy to foreign investment.

A report highlights that Cuba's most prominent political prisoners are currently a rapper and a visual artist, drawing attention to the country's human rights situation.

Analysts suggest that the recent pardon of Sokha in Cambodia could potentially pave the way for the release of other political prisoners.

A report by Joe Garcia outlines eight key issues on the table between Washington and Havana, including political prisoners, the embargo, and internal reforms.

The Guardian reports that Britain has created a new generation of political prisoners by systematically jailing individuals active in climate change prevention or protesting atrocities.

A series of commemorative events began in Horní Slavkov and Vykmanov in the Karlovy Vary region to remember the suffering of political prisoners in communist labor camps, known as Jáchymov Hell.

A commemorative event was held in Tirana to mark the 53rd anniversary of the Spaç Anti-Communist Revolt, where political prisoners defied the regime by raising the national flag without the communist star.

The Iranian regime is reportedly escalating repression, executing more political prisoners and training supporters in the use of assault rifles, amidst fears of a new popular uprising.

Amid regional tensions and the US-Israel war with Iran, Tehran is reportedly increasing pressure on political prisoners, with advocates warning of potential mass executions.

The "Run for the Memory of the Nation" event was held for the eleventh time in Rejčkov, aiming to commemorate the stories of political prisoners, war veterans, Holocaust victims, and freedom fighters.

A Turkish MP stated that negotiations with Russia for the release of Crimean Tatar political prisoners are practically impossible due to Russia's stance, despite Türkiye's concern for the situation in occupied Crimea.

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) has reported 667 political prisoners in Venezuela in 2024, with 2,062 detentions for political reasons, highlighting a severe collapse of the rule of law.

Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski thanked U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their effective cooperation in securing the release of political prisoners in Belarus, including Andrzej Poczobut.

Belarus has been releasing political prisoners in recent months, including prominent opposition figures, in a negotiating trend with Washington that sees the US easing sanctions in return for these releases.

Rights groups are criticizing the reported end of Venezuela's prisoner release scheme, noting that over 500 political prisoners are believed to remain incarcerated despite previous amnesty releases.

Irene Flunser Pimentel's opinion piece details the repression and political justice system used against adversaries during the Portuguese dictatorship, which spanned from 1926 to 1932 and continued under the Estado Novo.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro held a meeting with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, marking the first such encounter for a head of state in what one source describes as 'post-Maduro Venezuela.' During this period, Rodríguez also declared the termination of the Amnesty Law, affecting nearly 500 political prisoners.

A historical controversy is being addressed, seeking to answer the question of how many political prisoners existed in Portugal both before and after the April 25th Revolution, using available data.

An imprisoned young Cuban states that to repent "would be a lie," prompting his mother to appeal to President Miguel Diaz-Canel. She questions the accusations against him if there are no political prisoners in Cuba.

An opinion piece fact-checks a statement made by André Ventura in the Portuguese Parliament regarding political prisoners, concluding that while not necessarily false, it is highly misleading.

Belarusian photographer Alexander Shishko was detained at Minsk National Airport upon his arrival from Georgia, according to multiple sources including a non-profit supporting political prisoners.

An opinion piece highlights José Pacheco Pereira's challenge to André Ventura for a CNN debate, where Pereira exposed Ventura's alleged lies about political prisoners. The debate is scheduled for Monday at 10 PM.

Mothers, wives, and children of political prisoners in Venezuela completed a three-month continuous vigil outside El Helicoide prison.

Cuba's recent pardons have been criticized as a 'propaganda spectacle,' with reports indicating that only common criminals, not political opponents, have been released from Castro's prisons.

Azerbaijan is reportedly increasing pressure against 'political prisoners,' with one human rights activist speculating that this could be a precursor to some prisoners being released soon.

Iran has reportedly executed two additional political prisoners, raising concerns among human rights organizations about the country's judicial practices.

Donald Trump's special envoy, John Coale, shared an anecdote at the McCain Institute about drinking vodka with Aliaksandr Lukashenka to negotiate the release of political prisoners.

Freed Belarusian political prisoners arrive in Lithuania after US-brokered deal  LRT

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko freed 250 prisoners on Thursday - the biggest batch to be released so far - in return for a further easing of US sanctions, the US embassy in neighbouring…

Belarus has released 250 political prisoners after a deal between the country and the US, the US embassy in Lithuania reports.

Belarus has released 250 political prisoners, with media outlets publishing some of the names, though journalist and activist Andrzej Poczobut was not among those freed.

A US delegation, described as a Trump envoy, visited Minsk for discussions with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenka. Key topics included organizing a potential visit by Lukashenka to the US, the release of political prisoners, and the situation in the Middle East.

Lawyers, mothers, and activists in Venezuela persist in their struggle for political prisoners, demanding that the government's amnesty apply to those still incarcerated.

The release of 123 political prisoners in Belarus, reportedly based on an agreement with the United States, has raised questions about the future of Alexander Lukashenka's regime. However, Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski's testimony from Prague suggests that repression continues and the opposition remains in exile.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado claims the transitional government is selectively releasing political prisoners, despite an amnesty law passed in February, suggesting not all are being freed.

Venezuelan opposition leader Corina Machado has accused the Venezuelan government of seeking to 'prolong terror' and selectively applying amnesty laws to political prisoners. Her statements come amidst ongoing political tensions in the country.

Rūta Katrina Juškaitė, a former deportee, chairwoman of the Kelmė branch of the Political Prisoners and Deportees Society, a doctor, and niece of partisan general and chairman of the Lithuanian Freedom Fight Movement Council Presidium, has passed away at the age of 88.

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) on Wednesday denied the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) was on the verge of a scabies outbreak after a support group of political prisoners complained of difficulties in getting in medicines to the overcrowded facility. In a statement on Wednesday, BuCor assured families of persons deprived of liberty

President Nicușor Dan issued a message on the annual Day of Anti-Communist Political Prisoners (March 9th), emphasizing the importance of protecting the truth about the past and remembering victims of the communist regime.

Rabat – Rights groups warned this week that prisoners in Iran are facing increasing risks during the ongoing war with the United States and Israel, as air strikes and a nationwide internet blackout…

A humanitarian organization claims that President Nayib Bukele's administration is holding 86 political prisoners in El Salvador, a situation not seen since the civil war.

Venezuela's government has released political prisoners following an amnesty law, though an NGO reports about 500 detainees remain.

Yekaterina Duntsova, a former presidential hopeful, was briefly detained by police in Tver, Russia, while attending an event for political prisoners.

Venezuelan courts, particularly those in Caracas specializing in terrorism, are experiencing 'total collapse' due to the high volume of cases related to political prisoners under the new Amnesty Law, according to an NGO.

The Palace has rejected calls to allow jailed senators to participate in the Vice President's trial, deeming it 'special treatment.' This comes as the House team asserts that secret funds are no excuse for using fake names, and the Vice President calls for the release of former President Duterte.

Nicaragua's leading political prisoners' defense attorney, Yonarqui Martinez, speaks about her battle with breast cancer and her ongoing hope for justice amidst Ortega's repression.

A podcast titled 'Rzecz w tym' delves into the stability of Alexander Lukashenka's regime in Belarus and whether the country is approaching a decisive moment for its future, featuring discussions with former political prisoners.

Transparency International – Georgia, a leading civil society organization, has published a list of 91 convicted individuals currently in detention whom it considers "political prisoners," based on criteria set out in a Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) resolution.

The lawyer for controversial influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate claims the brothers are being held as 'political prisoners' in a small cell, releasing an AI-generated photo to support the assertion.

Besim Ndregjoni, head of the Association of Former Political Prisoners, thanked media outlets for their extensive coverage of the national anti-government protest in Albania, which has now reached its 48th day.

An article reflects on the historical memory of Lithuania and families, specifically detailing expeditions to former political prisoner camps in Kazakhstan since 1990.

The fifth anniversary of July 11 highlights the Cuban regime's exhaustion, characterized by political prisoners, blackouts, and internal infighting. The article suggests a delayed end to the revolution.

Raul Guillermo Rodriguez Castro, grandson of Raul Castro, stated he would negotiate with Trump, while Havana indicated readiness to release political prisoners under certain conditions.

The Lithuanian government has announced its intention to exert pressure on Belarus to address the issue of political prisoners and improve security, advocating for a democratic and free Belarusian state.

Belarus's presidency announced on Wednesday that 28 individuals convicted of "extremist crimes," a term used for political prisoners, have been amnestied and released.

Activist Umar Khalid, one of India’s most prominent political prisoners, shares his experiences from six years in an Indian jail without trial and reiterates his opposition to the Narendra Modi government.

The Rodríguez Regime in Venezuela is accused of denying medical care to political prisoners, many of whom suffer from severe illnesses like cancer and diabetes without specialized treatment.

The European Parliament has increased pressure on Nicaragua's government, calling for the immediate release of political prisoners and the suspension of the EU trade agreement with the Central American nation.

The eleventh annual "06.14 Memory Cannot Be Exiled" civic memory action is taking place in Lithuania and abroad, where the names and fates of exiles and political prisoners are publicly read aloud.

Since the 2021 coup, Myanmar's military junta has detained thousands of political prisoners, with a clear pattern of gender-based abuses emerging against women who disappear into prisons.

Relatives of political prisoners in Venezuela are continuing their protest, stating they will not end it until they are received by United States diplomatic officials.

Unions and students in Venezuela are demanding an immediate electoral timetable for free and transparent elections, alongside the release of over 400 political prisoners.

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that there are no political prisoners in Albania and addressed the case of Veliaj, emphasizing it is not the government's concern, during an event marking the 35th anniversary of the Socialist Party in Tirana.

The town of Ostrov in the Jáchymov region honored the memory of political prisoners and victims of communist labor camps. The traditional "Jáchymov Hell" commemorative meeting was organized by the Confederation of Political Prisoners and partners.

Eight Venezuelan officers, including General Ramón Lozada, who were imprisoned for alleged military rebellion, have been released after serving their sentences. Their release is part of broader political changes, with nearly 800 political prisoners freed since January.

After Venezuela's promised release of hundreds of political prisoners failed to materialize, opponents of the current U.S.-backed interim government are demanding their freedom and calling for elections.

A new report indicates that climate activists and Palestine demonstrators in the UK are being imprisoned more frequently and for longer durations, attributed to new protest laws, harsher sentences, and civil injunctions.

Research indicates an increase in individuals being jailed in England and Wales for protesting climate breakdown and the war in Gaza, leading to concerns about a new category of political prisoners.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is considering a return to parliamentary committees, setting the release of Imran Khan and other political prisoners as a top priority.

Héctor Rovaín, Luis Molina, and Erasmo Bolívar, Venezuela’s longest-serving political prisoners, have been released after 23 years behind bars, having been convicted without evidence for deaths during the 2002 protests that briefly ousted Hugo Chávez.

The TTAP has announced nationwide protests for Friday in Pakistan, citing concerns over inflation and rising fuel prices, with calls also made for the transfer of PTI founder Imran Khan to a hospital and the release of political prisoners.

The Pakistani Senate saw a heated debate over the health and treatment of PTI founder Imran Khan and the conditions of political prisoners, with opposition members demanding an independent committee visit jails.

Students from leading Venezuelan universities blocked a main highway in Caracas to demand the immediate release of political prisoners.

Over the past year, Belarus has released hundreds of political prisoners. But that does not mean that the authoritarian president Aleksandr Lukashenko has decided to revise his policies, warns...

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Corina Machado has called for the liberation of all political prisoners, denouncing hundreds of detentions where families are unaware if their loved ones are alive. She specifically mentioned Víctor Quero, who died ten months ago under state custody, a fact only recently acknowledged by the government.

Journalists, public figures, and intellectuals in Azerbaijan have initiated a signature campaign to support Crimean political prisoners who are reportedly illegally detained by Russia.

The Netherlands observed Liberation Day across the country, while a separate solidarity gathering for Iranian political prisoners took place in Scheveningen.

At least six political prisoners have died in Russian custody within the first four months of 2026, according to data from the human rights organization Memorial.

Beyond political prisoners, 30,000 Venezuelan citizens are reportedly victims of the judicial system, facing issues like passport refusals, confiscated assets, and endless precautionary measures.

More than 500 political prisoners are thought to still be in jail, despite the releases since the amnesty law was brought in.

A Cuban political prisoner reflects on their incarceration, stating that guards are not to blame but rather the country's "destructive, dysfunctional political system."

A Cuban diplomat has denied claims that the release of political prisoners is a component of ongoing negotiations with the United States. The diplomat stated that such releases are not part of the current discussions.

An expert discusses Belarusian President Lukashenka's release of political prisoners, describing it as a cynical trade, and his limited autonomy in foreign policy without Putin's approval, especially concerning Trump.

An expert suggests that easing US sanctions on Belarus in exchange for the release of political prisoners will not alter the actions or mindset of authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenka.

The Belarusian regime is reportedly sending ambiguous signals, including the release of some political prisoners, which some interpret as signs of increased flexibility or a cautious warming.

During Holy Week in Venezuela, families of political prisoners prayed for their release, while the traditional burning of Judas effigies served as a symbolic protest against ongoing censorship in the country.

Portugal's Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities stated that Portugal is seeking clear signals from Venezuela regarding political prisoners, having secured the release of four Portuguese-descendant political prisoners this year through diplomatic efforts.

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya stated that while the release of political prisoners is a priority, the ultimate goal is to liberate the entire country, following the Minsk regime's release of several hundred detainees.

José Luis Carneiro, a Portuguese official, is scheduled to meet with Venezuela's Delcy Rodriguez to discuss the liberation of Luso-Venezuelan political detainees and the situation of the Portuguese community.

Despite the release of other prominent political prisoners by Alexander Lukashenka, Polish journalist and minority leader Andrzej Poczobut remains sentenced to eight years in a labor camp, exposing the perceived ineffectiveness of Polish diplomacy.

Autoritetet e Bjellorusisë liruan sot 250 të burgosur si pjesë e një marrëveshjeje me SHBA-në, ndërsa Uashingtoni nga ana tjetër lehtësoi sanksionet kundër sektorit financiar dhe të kaliumit të…

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, the leader of the Belarusian democratic movement, reported that as of today, there are 1,140 political prisoners in Belarus. She called for the release of all political prisoners and for fair elections.

An article argues that any potential deal with Cuba must be contingent on Havana releasing political prisoners, warning that an agreement without this condition would only enable further repression.

Following a visit by a U.S. delegation to Minsk on March 18, a decision is expected on the release of a group of political prisoners.

Castro's grandson, known as 'Crab,' is reportedly in discussions with the American administration, following the recent release of several political prisoners on the island who had been incarcerated since the mass student protests in July 2021.

A non-governmental organization reported yesterday that Cuban authorities released 14 people who had been detained after anti-government protests in July 2021. The releases...

Sviatlana Cihanouska, leader of the Belarusian opposition, stated in an interview that President Alexander Lukashenka released some political prisoners due to international sanctions, not out of humanity.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe among more than 100 signatories to letter urging PM not to get drawn further into the conflict Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is among three of Iran’s former political prisoners…

Under the slogan They Count, hundreds of activists and relatives of female political prisoners marched this Sunday in Caracas as part of International Women’s Day to demand an amnesty without…

Relatives and inmates express fear of bombings and executions in the fog of war, demanding release but with little hope.

Rights groups warned this week that prisoners in Iran – thousands of whom were detained during recent anti-government protests – are being refused shelter during US and Israeli strikes and face…

NGOs are denouncing failures in Venezuela's newly approved amnesty law, stating it has a limited scope and excludes dozens of political prisoners, including military personnel.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani spoke with Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez, focusing on the need to free Italian political prisoners held by the regime.

More than 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda greeted participants at a gathering of political prisoners and exiles, emphasizing the importance of their experiences.

ZdG newspaper marked its 22nd anniversary, with an editorial reflecting on its long-standing commitment since 2004 to covering political prisoners in Tiraspol and their families.

A support group for political prisoners is appealing to the Department of Justice to intervene and stop the planned mass relocation of inmates from the New Bilibid Prison to remote penal colonies.

A podcast discusses the stability of Alexander Lukashenka's regime in Belarus, featuring interviews with former political prisoners and questioning the country's future.

After nearly five years of imprisonment in Belarus, lawyer, writer, and musician Maksim Znak, upon his release, removed a banner with his image that had been displayed outside the Belarusian embassy in Vilnius, symbolizing solidarity with political prisoners.

Senator Marco Rubio has urged Cuba to release 700 political prisoners. This call comes as Rubio also visited the Philippines to strengthen ties with ASEAN nations.

With thousands missing and hundreds in jail, questions arise about who is truly 'in charge' of Venezuela. The article suggests that freeing political prisoners would demonstrate Trump's commitment to freedom and democracy.

The SFEA (Association of Former Political Prisoners) denounces police violence in Greece, stating that uniformed officers are now acting as self-appointed judges and that police brutality has become a "normality."

The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly adopted a resolution on Georgia, urging Tbilisi to release political prisoners, repeal restrictive legislation, and initiate a genuine reform process.

Anti-government protesters on Tbilisi’s Rustaveli Avenue have addressed an open letter to the European Union, pledging to continue their demonstrations until political prisoners are released.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenka pardoned 32 prisoners, including 28 who were convicted for political views and opposition to the regime, ahead of Independence Day.

Ahead of Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Azerbaijan, activists are calling on the EU to not only focus on gas purchases but also advocate for political prisoners in Baku.

Experts state that the Islamic regime in Iran continues its stream of human rights abuses and repression, with at least 45 political prisoners and individuals on security-related charges executed since the beginning of 2026.

The UN Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in Russia, Mariana Katzarova, reported to the European Parliament that there are over 4,000 political prisoners in Russia, with more than 1,200 declared 'foreign agents'.

The remains of 23 political prisoners and anti-communist martyrs have been discovered in southern Romania, shedding light on the country's communist past.

During a commemoration for the Days of Mourning and Hope and Occupation and Genocide, the head of the Lithuanian Parliament, Juozas Olekas, presented a parliamentary award to four organizations representing political prisoners and exiles.

Venezuela has released 54 political prisoners, all members of the military, most of whom were allegedly involved in 'Operation White Armband,' a conspiracy denounced by Chavista intelligence agencies.

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, currently under investigation for influence-peddling and money laundering, defended his controversial mediation efforts between Chavismo and the opposition in Venezuela, citing the number of political prisoners he helped free.

Families of political prisoners in Venezuela are holding vigils and denouncing the transfer of detainees, contradicting claims by Marco Rubio that the Helicoide prison had been closed.

Najavljujući pomilovanje ljudi, kako je rekao, iz različitih delova političkog spektra, Vučić je u stvari priznao da danas u Srbiji postoje politički

Almost 30 Azerbaijani prisoners, including journalists, human rights defenders, labor union activists, and politicians, have signed a statement declaring November 18 as 'Political Prisoners’ Day'.

Rights advocates report that at least six Russian political prisoners have died in custody this year, raising concerns about their treatment.

Cuban authorities announced the pardon of 2,010 prisoners, but only two of them were identified as political prisoners, with those who committed "crimes against authority" excluded from the benefit.

Promised releases of political prisoners in Venezuela have fallen short, with only dozens freed while hundreds remain jailed. This has fueled skepticism and doubts regarding the government's commitment to reforms.

Predsednik stranke Novo lice Srbije (NLS) i narodni poslanik Miloš Parandilović saopštio je da je večeras posle protesta na Slaviji uhapšen i odbornik

Delcy Rodríguez announced the release of 500 political prisoners in Venezuela, following multiple unfulfilled promises and public outcry after the death of activist Carmen Navas.

Today's global news highlights a range of events including social tensions, art exhibitions, royal engagements, student protests, global health challenges, and calls for the freedom of political prisoners.

Venezuela has begun releasing hundreds of political prisoners under a new amnesty law, with three former police officers freed on Tuesday after more than two decades in jail.

Protesters in Bolivia, including miners, clashed with riot police during anti-government demonstrations demanding the president's resignation. Separately, Venezuelan protesters also confronted police at a rally advocating for political prisoners.

In the capital, near the Chinese embassy, a group of activists held another picket in support of Tibet, aiming to draw public and Lithuanian politicians' attention to the political prisoners imprisoned in that country...

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has identified "serious shortcomings" in Venezuela's amnesty law, stating that its "unfair and opaque" implementation has hindered the release of political prisoners.

Sviatlana Tikhanovskaya stated that Belarusian President Lukashenka is attempting to deceive Europe, despite the release of hundreds of political prisoners over the past year.

More than two-thirds of those executed in two months of war were political prisoners or considered a threat to security. Many were detained during the January protests.

A Venezuelan human rights organization director, Manuel Virgüez, was interviewed by CIVICUS regarding the status of hundreds of political prisoners in Venezuela, advocating for citizen empowerment, democracy, and justice.

A discussion has emerged regarding the legitimacy of comparing the number of political prisoners during Portugal's Estado Novo dictatorship and the period between September 28 and November 25, 1975 (PREC).

A campaign is underway in Madeira to gather signatures for the liberation of three Portuguese-descendant individuals of Madeiran origin—Juan Rodriguez, Fernando Venâncio, and Adrian de Gouveia—who remain detained in Venezuela for political reasons.

The current chair of ASEAN has called on Myanmar's military junta to release more political prisoners, specifically mentioning former leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

US officials held a meeting with the Cuban government in Havana, urging them to align with long-standing US policy regarding the embargo, including compensation for seized property and the release of political prisoners.

Families of political prisoners have completed 100 days of vigils, stating that 'lies, mockery, suffering, and revictimization continue to prevail'.

Arseny Turbin, who became one of Russia's youngest political prisoners at age 15, is now reportedly facing new charges, prompting his mother to express fears for his life.

The NGO Foro Penal has registered 674 individuals detained for political reasons in Venezuela, including 583 men, 91 women, 28 foreigners, and 30 Venezuelans with dual nationality.

A fact-check refutes the claim that there were more political prisoners after April 25th than before, stating that over four thousand political prisoners were held on April 25th, with fewer numbers afterward, even when considering former PIDE agents.

An article fact-checks a claim regarding the number of political prisoners in Portugal before and after the 25 de Abril Revolution, concluding that the number was significantly smaller after the revolution compared to the dictatorship era.

The Cuban government has announced another prisoner release, though it specified that those who committed 'crimes against authority,' a charge often applied to political prisoners, would not be included.

Myanmar's military junta has elected a business supremo as Vice-President and its lawmakers are now putting the junta chief on the path to presidency, prompting a pro-democracy group to demand the release of political prisoners and rights protections as the new government takes shape.

The US Treasury Department has partially lifted sanctions on Belarus's Ministry of Finance and Development Bank, and fully removed Belarusian potash companies from the sanctions list, following the release of political prisoners.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenka has released 250 political prisoners, but journalist and independent activist Andrzej Poczobut remains in prison, raising questions about the reasons behind his continued detention.

Belarusian opposition figure Pavel Łatuszka thanked the United States for its efforts to secure the release of approximately 250 political prisoners, stating that President Lukashenka 'trades people like goods'. He also commented on the US strategy of easing sanctions against Minsk.

Belarus released 250 political prisoners following negotiations with the United States, according to a US envoy.

Belarus has released 235 political prisoners, with an additional 15 individuals released and sent to Lithuania, according to the US Embassy in Lithuania.

Belarusian opposition media channels are reporting that a group of released Belarusian political prisoners is expected to arrive in Lithuania.

Antanas Rašinskas, a former exile, long-time chairman of the Union of Political Prisoners and Exiles in Šilalė, and recipient of the Gabrielė Petkevičaitė-Bitė memorial medal, has passed away.

Daughters of victims of the communist regime and members of the Confederation of Political Prisoners of Slovakia (KPVS) have sent an open letter to the leadership of Slovak Television and Radio, defending a dismissed editor.

Text read at the presentation of the book "In the 1975 Earthquake", dedicated to the often-forgotten political prisoners of the Revolution, especially the author's father, Ruy Moreira.

Cuban authorities released 14 political prisoners on Friday, following ongoing discussions with Washington and under significant pressure from Donald Trump.

Cuba began releasing political prisoners on Friday, a day after the government announced the early release of 51 individuals under the auspices of the Vatican.

According to the NGO Foro Penal, 508 political prisoners are currently held in Venezuela, with 19,012 political arrests documented since 2014 in the South American country.

President urges Romanians to remember ‘courage of those who turned suffering into dignity’ under Communist rule.

Venezuela has announced the release of a new group of political prisoners, a development in the country's ongoing political landscape.

Self-proclaimed Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed a decree pardoning 18 convicted individuals, 15 of whom had been sentenced under "extremism" articles.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed a decree pardoning 18 convicted individuals, with 15 of them having been sentenced for 'extremist crimes' and considered political prisoners.

Junts has replaced the yellow ribbons on the seats of Puigdemont and Puig in the Catalan Parliament, symbolizing support for political prisoners.

The Venezuelan parliament has passed a groundbreaking amnesty law, leading to the release of nearly two hundred political prisoners and signaling an end to decades of state repression under Maduro and Chávez.