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Pardons or commutations were issued for more than 1,500 people.

From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025

Herzog’s office said it has passed the request to the Pardons Department in the Ministry of Justice, which will make a recommendation to the president on whether to approve it or turn it down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

Pardons were not sufficient, speakers at the event argued.

From Slate • Jan. 8, 2025

On Wednesday, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles rejected his clemency pleas.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2024

"Pardons, my lord. The message is not for you either. It is marked for the eyes of the Lady Catelyn, and her alone. May I approach?"

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin