Iraq's justice minister says prisons are at double their capacity as amnesty law takes effect

By AP NEWS   |   3 weeks ago
Iraq's justice minister says prisons are at double their capacity as amnesty law takes effect

Iraq is dealing with severe prison overcrowding, housing double the intended capacity. The justice minister aims to reduce overcrowding to international standards by next year. Thousands of detainees await transfer due to lack of space. The general amnesty law has led to the release of prisoners, but faces criticism for potential consequences.

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