Myanmar Military Frees Over 3,000 Political Prisoners Ahead of Election
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Myanmar's military government has released more than 3,000 political prisoners. The action is an amnesty, which is a formal pardon for people convicted of crimes.
Analysts suggest the move aims to build public support for an upcoming national election. Critics have widely condemned the planned election, calling it a sham designed to maintain military control.
The military, known as the junta, seized power in a 2021 coup. This amnesty is one of its largest prisoner releases since that time.