Myanmar releases 5,864 prisoners to commemorate 77th anniversary of independence
The military government of Myanmar released 5,864 prisoners on Saturday. The mass amnesty was to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the country’s independence from British colonial rule. The terms of this amnesty stipulate that any released prisoners who re-offend will be required to serve the remainder of their original sentences and face new penalties. This […]
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