French President Emmanuel Macron has launched a high-stakes diplomatic effort to secure the release of deposed Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi amid growing concerns over her health and prison conditions.
Exclusive CCTV footage obtained by The Independent shows disturbing treatment of Palestinian detainees at Israel's Sde Teiman camp, prompting international outcry and military investigations.
Shocking Ministry of Justice data reveals nearly 13% of prisoners are foreign nationals, with thousands convicted of violent crimes including rape and murder, costing taxpayers £165 million annually.
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster's controversial prisoner transfer programme to Wales, sparking devolution concerns and straining Welsh prison resources.
Russian authorities are handing down prison sentences to activists for the symbolic 'Stop Time' protest, as Diana Loginova's case reveals a troubling escalation in silencing dissent.
Bella Culley and her family face a terrifying ordeal in Georgia after a property dispute leads to imprisonment and serious charges. Exclusive details reveal their desperate fight for freedom.
Dozens of Palestinian detainees freed from Israeli prisons as fragile ceasefire holds amid ongoing conflict negotiations and humanitarian concerns.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed early release of prisoners could trigger unprecedented crime surge across UK communities. Security experts warn of dire consequences.
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Shocking allegations emerge as Gaza officials claim severely mutilated bodies of Palestinians were discovered after being held at Israel's Sde Teiman detention centre, raising grave human rights concerns.
Gaza health officials report discovering severely mutilated bodies of Palestinian prisoners at the Sde Teiman detention facility, raising grave concerns about human rights violations and treatment of detainees.
Exclusive interview with female resistance member reveals brutal crackdown on protesters in Iran and the rising tide of dissent against the regime.
Newly released Palestinian detainees reveal shocking accounts of systematic torture, medical neglect and inhumane conditions within Israeli prisons, with many requiring urgent hospital treatment.
The Labour Party confronts explosive allegations of enabling former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams to clear his path for hundreds of convicted IRA terrorists seeking wrongful imprisonment compensation in a major legal battle.
Heartwarming footage captures the emotional moment Palestinian detainees released from Israeli prisons reunite with loved ones in Gaza after prolonged separation.
Triumphant celebrations erupt in the West Bank as recently released Palestinian detainees are welcomed home by massive, emotional crowds in Ramallah.
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary ceasefire that will see dozens of hostages freed from Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, following intense Qatari and US mediation efforts.
The shocking transformation of two sisters who escaped a religious cult to become influential political figures in the UK Parliament. Discover their dark past and remarkable rise to power.
Discover the surprising factors that shape political identity as Guardian readers share powerful personal stories about their journey to left or right-wing views.
As American democracy faces unprecedented challenges, an over-reliance on political etiquette and procedural norms is creating dangerous vulnerabilities. This analysis reveals why being 'polite' might be the greatest threat to democratic survival.
As France faces a profound crisis of political faith, experts warn that democratic collapse is no longer a distant threat but an imminent danger facing nations worldwide, including the UK.
Emmanuel Macron confronts his biggest political challenge yet as he scrambles to appoint a new prime minister following parliamentary elections that left France in political deadlock.
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
Hamas's armed wing declares Palestinian prisoners will be executed without warning if Israel targets civilians in Gaza, escalating Middle East tensions dramatically.
Four inmates considered 'dangerous' have escaped from the Orleans Justice Center in a major security breach. Authorities have launched a massive manhunt across Louisiana.
In a dramatic development from Israeli prison, prominent Palestinian figure Marwan Barghouti has thrown his weight behind a Hamas-led political document, signalling potential unity among Palestinian factions amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
France's political crisis deepens as the outgoing Prime Minister makes unprecedented concessions in a last-ditch effort to prevent potentially explosive snap elections that could reshape European politics.
Heightened security measures implemented nationwide with National Guard activation in multiple states including Oregon and Illinois following attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
As France's political establishment falters, Marine Le Pen's National Rally capitalises on the turmoil. Analysis reveals how internal divisions and failed policies are creating the perfect storm for far-right advancement.
Outspoken US Senator John Kennedy unleashes fiery criticism of both Donald Trump and Joe Biden in his explosive new memoir, taking aim at political extremes and 'woke' culture in a no-holds-barred political commentary.