US Gives Cuba Two Weeks to Free Prisoners
The United States gave Cuba a deadline to release political prisoners. This happened after secret talks in Havana. The US wants to ease tensions with Cuba.
The United States presented Cuba with an ultimatum lasting two weeks. It demanded the release of several political prisoners, including Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara and Maykel Osorbo. These negotiations took place in Havana, with the US proposing a timeframe for the prisoners' release. Cuba currently holds over 1,000 political prisoners. The US oil embargo continues to affect Cuba's economy.
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Highlights
US Ultimatum to Cuba
The United States demanded the release of political prisoners within two weeks.
Havana Negotiations Revealed
Secret negotiations between the US and Cuba took place in Havana.
Prisoner List Identified
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara and Maykel Osorbo were named as prisoners.
Oil Embargo Impacting Cuba
The US oil embargo is affecting Cuba's economy.
Over 1000 Prisoners Remain
More than 1,000 political prisoners are still in Cuban jails.