Belarus frees 2 imprisoned Catholic priests
Two Roman Catholic priests imprisoned in Belarus on politically motivated charges have been freed following diplomatic talks with the Vatican. Read the full story on the diplomatic breakthrough.
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Rooney: UK must address prisoner mistreatment
Author Sally Rooney urges the UK government to address the shocking mistreatment of six Palestine Action prisoners on hunger strike. Demand justice and fair trials now.
Surge in Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody
A human rights report reveals nearly 100 Palestinian detainees have died in Israeli custody since the Gaza war began, citing systematic violence and medical neglect. Read the full investigation.
98+ Palestinian Detainees Died in Israeli Custody
Exclusive report reveals at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli detention since October 2023, with evidence suggesting the true toll is much higher. Read the full investigation.
Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63
Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.
Russian commander sentenced to 15 years for POW crimes
In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.
Russian soldier jailed for POW killing in Ukraine
In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.
Abbas: Israel waging 'war of extermination' in Gaza
In a dramatic address at the Vatican, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemns Israel's military actions in Gaza as genocide while calling for immediate peace conference and international intervention.
Prison blunder: Two inmates wrongly freed from jail
A massive manhunt is underway after two prisoners were mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth in what's being described as a catastrophic administrative error. Police warn the public not to approach the escaped inmates.
Cheney's Deathbed Confession: Iraq War About Oil
In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.
Macron intervenes for Aung San Suu Kyi's release from prison
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.
Abuse Footage Revealed at Israeli Detention Camp
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.
BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90
Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.
1 in 8 UK prisoners are foreign nationals
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.
English prisoners transferred to Welsh jails in capacity crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster's controversial prisoner transfer programme to Wales, sparking devolution concerns and straining Welsh prison resources.
Russia jails activists for 'Stop Time' anti-Kremlin protest
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.
British family jailed in Georgia over property dispute
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.
Wilders' Far-Right Shock Victory in Netherlands Election
Geert Wilders' shock election victory in the Netherlands sends political tremors across Europe, signalling a dramatic rightward shift in Dutch politics and challenging the EU's liberal consensus.
Gaza reconstruction may take 20 years, cost £30bn+
Exclusive analysis reveals the staggering scale of destruction in Gaza, with reconstruction potentially taking 20 years and requiring international coordination on an unprecedented scale.
London's East End faces new far-right battle
As Britain's far-right movement regains momentum, community organisers in London's East End draw powerful parallels with the historic Battle of Cable Street, warning that the fight for tolerance must be renewed.
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners in Gaza truce exchange
Dozens of Palestinian detainees freed from Israeli prisons as fragile ceasefire holds amid ongoing conflict negotiations and humanitarian concerns.
Britain faces crime wave over prisoner release plans
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.
Tommy Robinson's Controversial Tel Aviv Rally Speech
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson addresses supporters in Israel during controversial Middle East tour, sparking protests and political division.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
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.
Mutilated Palestinian bodies from Israeli jail: Gaza officials
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.
Mutilated Palestinian Prisoner Bodies Found in Israeli Jail
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.
Nazi terror trio jailed for UK race war plot
Three far-right extremists who worshipped Hitler and planned terrorist attacks on Muslim and Jewish places of worship have been sentenced to prison in a major counter-terrorism case.
Iran resistance fighter: 'My friends executed for slogans'
Exclusive interview with female resistance member reveals brutal crackdown on protesters in Iran and the rising tide of dissent against the regime.
WW3 Alert: Putin's Nuclear Threats Could Trigger Global War
Top security analysts reveal Russia's Ukraine invasion could escalate into nuclear warfare, with chilling parallels to 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. Exclusive analysis of the terrifying global implications.
Freed Palestinians reveal torture in Israeli jails
Newly released Palestinian detainees reveal shocking accounts of systematic torture, medical neglect and inhumane conditions within Israeli prisons, with many requiring urgent hospital treatment.
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