amnesty

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Her group is considering an application to extend the amnesty date if the government does not do so itself.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

When they seized power in 2021, the Taliban announced an amnesty for anyone who had worked with the former military or government.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Defectors have been promised amnesty, but the Revolutionary Guards know Iranians will have difficulty forgiving them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Under the amnesty program, about 20% of the revenue would go to the city’s general fund and the Office of Finance.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

A group of experts at the U.N. urged a national convention for South Africa that would lead to a truly representative parliament, and recommended an amnesty for all op-ponents of apartheid.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela