Recent detainees have been freed from prolonged imprisonment amid a diplomatic shift, as the country’s interim leader held talks with the US president. The releases follow closely behind the high-level meeting, raising questions about whether the discussions influenced the decision. Authorities have yet to clarify the exact reasons behind the sudden change in detention policies. Observers are watching closely to see if this marks a broader trend in the nation’s approach to political dissent.
A slew of dissidents being released from long-term detention comes days after the nation's interim leader met the US president.
