The Guatemalan government reported that six of the 135 former Nicaraguan political prisoners released last week “They have expressed their interest in seeking refuge” in the Central American country that welcomed them.
Through Santiago Palomo, Secretary of Communications of the Presidency, he also reported that all of them were granted ordinary migratory status for 90 days to remain in Guatemalan territory.
The official also told the press that in addition to providing support for their cases, they have been placed in different hotels in the capital city. In addition, they have been given a cell phone and an email address so that they can locate and be located by their relatives or acquaintances.
“They are in good spirits and continue to receive medical and psychosocial assistance, in general terms. As the foreign minister stated last week, we are pleased to report that they are in good health,” the official added.
Palomo reiterated that the reception of this group of former political prisoners is “an act of humanity and solidarity, but also a response to a firm commitment to the defense of democracy, freedom and respect for human rights” on the part of the Guatemalan government.
Last Thursday, with the US support and Guatemala, Nicaragua frees 135 former political prisonersincluding missionaries from the Texas-based Mountain Gateway organization, lay Catholics and human rights defenders.
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