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Chinese tainted milk activist Zhao Lianhai has apparently been released from prison on medical parole. That's according to a statement posted on Zhao's blog Tuesday night.

In the note, Zhao thanks the Chinese regime and says (quote) "I feel deeply sorry for the remarks I made against the government in the past."

But some rights defenders, including his former lawyer, doubt the statement really came from Zhao. They say it was likely made under pressure from Chinese authorities.

Zhao Lianhai had been an outspoken advocate for children sickened by melamine-tainted milk. Last month, a Beijing court sentenced him to two-and-a-half years in prison.

Zhao vowed to appeal. But when his lawyers tried to file an appeal, they were told Zhao no longer wanted their help.

That abrupt reversal, plus his apparent apology and release, makes Zhao's supporters believe he backed down under pressure.

Reports say that Zhao and his family could not be reached for confirmation of his release.

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