Ministry of Interior releases, reduces sentences for 539 prisoners as per Amir Decree

KUWAIT, Feb 25 (KUNA) -- In implementation of the Amiri Decree No. (21) of 2026 on offering amnesty for hundreds of prisoners, the Ministry of Interior announced the release and reduction of prison sentences for a total of 539 prisoners who met the Amiri pardon criteria.
The amnesty shows a humanitarian commitment to granting prisoners a new opportunity to reintegrate into society and resume their lives positively, the Ministry commented on a press release on Wednesday. (end) ajr.ibi