President H.H Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan yesterday granted an executive pardon to 700 Emarati and expatriate prisoners to mark the advent of Holy Month of Ramadan. Sheikh Khalifa also instructed the settlement of the pardoned prisoners' debts. The pardon comes as part of Sheikh Khalifa's keenness on giving those a new chance to start a new life and alleviate the suffering of their families. Such clemencies are granted by Sheikh Khalifa on national and religious occasions to further promote tolerance in the UAE community. – Emirates News Agency, WAM
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