UN accuses Israel of 'de facto' torture policy
A damning UN report details Israel's 'organised and widespread torture' of Palestinians, including dog attacks and sexual violence. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes.
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ICE Non-Criminal Detainees Up 2000% Under Trump
ICE data reveals a 2,143% surge in non-criminal immigrant detainees since Trump took office, as public approval for the agency plummets to 34%. Discover the full story.
Excessive Restraint in Immigration Detention Exposed
Shocking report reveals routine handcuffing of vulnerable detainees including frail 70-year-old man. Home Office contractors accused of disproportionate force and toxic staff culture.
Myanmar Army Crackdown on Scam Centres Broadcast
Myanmar's military government broadcasts its crackdown on notorious online scam centres, showing bulldozed buildings and over 1,000 detained foreigners. Discover the full story.
US retiree freed from Saudi detention after Trump meeting
Saad Almadi, a 75-year-old Florida retiree detained in Saudi Arabia for critical tweets, returns home after four years. His release follows Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House.
98 Palestinians died in Israeli detention since 2023
A shocking report reveals 98 Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody since 2023, exposing systematic torture and medical neglect. Read the full investigation into these human rights violations.
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.
Judge signals release of Chicago immigration detainees
A federal judge has indicated hundreds detained in Chicago immigration operations could be released on bond. Learn about the legal battle and what comes next.
British woman freed from Bali death row returns to UK
A British woman facing execution in Indonesia for drug offences has been freed and flown home to the UK on compassionate grounds, ending her harrowing ordeal on Bali's death row.
Pressure on Lammy as violent offenders freed early
Labour's Shadow Justice Secretary faces scrutiny as shocking data shows over 3,000 dangerous criminals released under controversial early release scheme, including violent and sexual offenders.
Judge blocks ICE transfers of Chicago immigrants
A landmark ruling prevents US immigration authorities from moving detainees from Chicago to distant facilities, marking a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.
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.
Israel's top military lawyer arrested over leaked abuse video
The Israeli military's senior legal officer faces arrest after confessing to leaking disturbing footage showing soldiers assaulting detained Palestinians, sparking a major accountability crisis.
Israel detains dozens in Jerusalem security crackdown
Israeli security forces have launched a major operation in East Jerusalem, detaining numerous Palestinians as tensions escalate following recent attacks. The crackdown targets alleged Hamas operatives.
British couple await verdict in Iran detention case
A British-Iranian couple detained in Iran for over five years await a verdict that could determine their fate, as diplomatic efforts continue to secure their release.
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.
Trump-era immigration policy detains West Africans in Ghana
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump-era immigration policies led to the detention of West African migrants in Ghana, raising serious human rights concerns and diplomatic tensions.
Freed Palestinian prisoners reunite with families in Gaza
Heartwarming footage captures the emotional moment Palestinian detainees released from Israeli prisons reunite with loved ones in Gaza after prolonged separation.
ICE detainees hunger strike over Texas jail conditions
Immigration detainees in a Texas jail launch hunger strike over severe overcrowding and inadequate medical care, with some held for over a year without resolution.
British couple freed from Afghanistan feared execution
A British couple detained in Afghanistan for months describe their harrowing ordeal, revealing they genuinely feared execution by the Taliban regime before their unexpected release.
Russia detains Vietnamese nationals in immigration bust
Exclusive: Russian authorities have dismantled a major alleged illegal immigration ring in Moscow, detaining over a dozen Vietnamese nationals. The operation raises serious questions about human trafficking routes into Europe.
British Couple Freed After Six Months Captivity in Afghanistan
Peter and Barbie Reynolds from Somerset are safely back in the UK after being held hostage for six months in Afghanistan. Their release follows complex diplomatic efforts.
British Couple Freed from Taliban After 7-Month Ordeal
After a harrowing seven-month captivity, a British couple has been released from Taliban detention in Afghanistan. Their family confirms the end of a 'living nightmare' and expresses immense relief.
Heathrow 9/11-Style Terror Plotter Freed from Prison
Exclusive: A convicted terrorist who plotted to blow up a passenger plane at Heathrow in a 9/11-style atrocity has been freed from prison after serving less than half his sentence, sparking fury from security experts and victims' families.
Princeton Student Freed from Hezbollah Hostage Ordeal
Elizabeth Tsurkov, a doctoral student from Princeton University, has been released after being held captive by the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah in Iraq for over a year. The intricate diplomatic operation securing her freedom is detailed here.
Israeli court condemns government over prisoner food rations
In a landmark ruling, Israel's highest court has declared that the government is failing to provide sufficient food to Palestinian security detainees, breaching basic human dignity and legal obligations.
Judge blocks Trump rule, ICE releases Boston detainees
Dozens of immigrants in Boston released from ICE custody after a federal judge blocks a controversial Trump-era policy, signalling a major shift in US immigration enforcement.
Noem: Angola Prison Chosen for Immigrants Due to Notoriety
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem alleges the Biden administration deliberately chose the infamous Louisiana State Penitentiary, known as 'Angola', to house immigration detainees due to its fearsome reputation, raising serious human rights concerns.
Irish missionary freed after Haiti kidnapping ordeal
Irish nun Sister Patrice Tarnawa has been released after being held captive by armed gunmen who stormed her orphanage in Haiti. The heartwarming reunion and her resilient spirit amidst the Caribbean nation's escalating security crisis.
Australia signs £400m Nauru deportation deal
Australia signs a £400m agreement with Nauru to establish a deportation facility for foreign-born former detainees, amid heightened border security measures.
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