US Citizens Freed in Venezuela Prisoner Release
Venezuela has freed multiple American detainees, a move the US calls 'an important step'. The release follows the capture of President Maduro and a pledge to free political prisoners. Read the latest.
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Slow Venezuela prisoner releases enter third day
As Venezuela's government pledges significant prisoner releases, only 11 have been freed. The process unfolds against the backdrop of former President Maduro's capture by US forces and a potential diplomatic reset.
The Disparate Inner Circle Shaping Trump's Foreign Policy
An examination of the unusual coalition of advisers, family, and associates influencing President Trump's mercurial foreign policy decisions, from Venezuela to Gaza. Discover the power dynamics at play.
US Musician's Son Missing in Venezuela Amid Crisis
The family of James Luckey-Lange, son of cult singer Q Lazzarus, hope for his safe return after his disappearance in Caracas. This follows the dramatic US capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
Family Demands Action for Brits Jailed in Iran on Spy Charges
The son of a British couple detained in Iran for a year has delivered a 70,000-signature petition to Downing Street, urging the UK government to intensify efforts to secure their release from Tehran's Evin prison.
UK couple detained in Iran for a year, family petitions No 10
The family of Lindsay and Craig Foreman, held in Iran's Evin prison on espionage charges, hand 70,000-signature petition to Downing Street demanding government action to secure their release.
Thornberry blames missing envoy for El-Fattah case failures
Dame Emily Thornberry says 'embarrassing' failures in the Alaa Abd El-Fattah case could have been avoided if the government had appointed a dedicated envoy for detained Britons as promised.
BBC Breakfast sound glitch forces on-air apology
Presenter Charlie Stayt apologised live on BBC Breakfast after a technical fault disrupted Saturday's broadcast. The show continued with a report on a British couple detained in Iran.
Trump expands US travel ban to five more nations
President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation further restricting entry to the US for nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the full implications.
Deportations of foreign criminals rocket by 75%
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces a 75% surge in early deportations of foreign offenders, with over 2,700 removed last year. Read the full details on the government's new tough stance.
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.
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.
MAGA accounts exposed as foreign operations abroad
Elon Musk's X platform reveals MAGA accounts and Scottish nationalist profiles are actually run from foreign countries including Bangladesh, Nigeria and Iran. Discover the truth behind these political operations.
Scotland's Prison Crisis: Foreign Inmates Hit Record 9%
Scotland's prison population reaches a 50-year high with foreign nationals now constituting nearly one in ten inmates. Discover the figures and political fallout.
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.
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.
ASIO chief warns of foreign agents in Australia
Australia's spy chief warns of sophisticated foreign interference operations targeting politicians, media, and community groups in an urgent national security briefing.
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.
Labour MPs demand action on Sudan crisis
Senior Labour politicians Stephen Doughty and Anneliese Dodds challenge government over delayed response to escalating violence in Sudan, calling for urgent UN Security Council intervention.
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.
Chinese lobbying on Chagos Islands exposed in Parliament
Labour MP Stephen Doughty exposes concerning Chinese lobbying efforts targeting UK politicians regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British politics.
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.
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