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A Look At Guantanamo Bay's Dwindling Population

A Look At Guantanamo Bay's Dwindling Population
At its peak, roughly 770 detainees were held at Guantanamo Bay.
Guantanamo Bay: Here is a breakdown of the 76 detainees still held at the US military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

-34 are cleared to be transferred to other countries.

-32 are eligible for Periodic Review Board hearings to assess whether they are a threat to US national security.

-7 face trial by military commission, including five charged with planning and supporting the terrorist attacks of Sept 11, 2001.

-3 have been convicted.

At its peak, roughly 770 detainees were held at Guantanamo Bay.

President George W Bush transferred 532 detainees to other countries.

President Barack Obama has transferred 162 detainees.

 

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