U.S. Secures Release of 135 Political Prisoners from Nicaragua

The United States has facilitated the release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua on humanitarian grounds. These individuals will initially move to Guatemala before seeking to lawfully relocate to the U.S. or other countries. The group includes members of various organizations, students, and laypeople.

The United States has accomplished the release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua on humanitarian grounds, the White House disclosed on Thursday. The detainees will first travel to Guatemala ahead of attempting to legally migrate to the U.S. or other destinations.

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan announced in a statement that the released individuals include 13 members of the Texas-based Mountain Gateway organization, along with Catholic laypeople, students, and others.

(With inputs from agencies.)