Kazakhstan Parliament Approves Amnesty for Thousands

Thousands to be freed in Kazakhstan Amnesty: Kazakhstan's parliament is considering a bill that will grant amnesty to thousands of prisoners. The legislation, which is expected to pass, will see the release of approximately 15,000 individuals. This includes those serving sentences and those under probation. A significant portion of those released will be due to sentence reductions, with the aim of easing prison overcrowding. "The bill will affect 15,000 people," said a parliamentarian involved in the process. The move is seen as a step towards prison reform and a reduction in the prison population. The amnesty is expected to bring relief to many families and contribute to a more just and humane penal system.